Palisades Fire in Los Angeles: Elderly Residents Evacuated with No Shoes on While the Worst Is Still ‘Yet to Come’

The Palisades Fire in Los Angeles erupted rapidly, forcing over 30,000 residents to evacuate, many fleeing in nightclothes as 80 mph winds fueled the blaze. Within hours, the fire scorched 3,000 acres, with flames leaping highways and advancing faster than a football field per minute. Winds grounded firefighting aircraft, leaving crews to battle the inferno on foot. Nearby, the Eaton Fire prompted the evacuation of an elderly care facility, with staff aiding 95 residents in wheelchairs and gurneys.Governor Gavin Newsom warned of continued fire risks amid extreme weather, as dry vegetation and strong winds create hazardous conditions. Communities face severe damage, with firefighters and volunteers struggling to contain the fires while residents brace for further challenges.