LA County Fires / Palisades Fire

The real ugly side of this diaster is rearing it’s ugly head.

Two looters have been arrested. I would think it would easier to just shoot them on site.

Also two of the fires may have human causes.

Please dear God tell me that these fires were not intentionally set…..
 
TOADS said:
Please dear God tell me that these fires were not intentionally set…..
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That's a major question. There are pics & reports on X showing homeless vagrants setting fires in the LA region yesterday. The Palisades fire apparently started in a residential neighborhood, so it may very well be arson.
 
Vagabond said:
I have been in close proximity to two major wildfires. When you are given an evacuation order, you evacuate immediately. It is better to lose everything you own than to lose your life.
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I wouldn’t be using my phone to video either!!! 😳
 
TOADS said:
Please dear God tell me that these fires were not intentionally set…..
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I always worry about this, it is sadly a very easy way to cause massive destruction and chaos with minimal effort. Wait for the perfect conditions and light a match. Just very concerning that they all started in close succession.

I hope everyone stays safe, that recording from a home is scary. Not worth the engagement, get out.
 
The Palisades fire is rumored to have started from a "backyard fire." My interpretation of that is someone who made a poor choice to use their grill or fire pit, underestimating the danger. But we'll have to wait and see what the official causes are.

Re: evacuation tips should you ever need it, a good reference are the 6 Ps:

People and pets
Papers, phone, and documents
Prescription medications and eyeglasses
Pictures and significant memorabilia
Personal computers, tablets, USBs
Plastic (credit/debit cards) and cash
 
Adam Rippon's message just now:

Instagram

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We live in Pasadena and are very grateful to be okay. It has been a totally unreal 24 hours for us and so many of our friends 💔.. Please be safe and evacuate if you are told to. Download the WATCHDUTY app to stay updated and turn the notification ON (that’s what I’m doing!!) Thank you to all the first responders!!!
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Barbara Manatee said:
Sure, what this horrific situation really needs is vigilantism and murder.

Your suggestion is indeed ugly.
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Your right, it is a little strong.

They should threaten to shoot looters on site. I know they have done this is cases of major disasters such as earthquakes, tornadoes and hurricanes, as in the case of Katrina

And finally, please put me on ignore..🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻
 
Just turned on the ABC7 live feed 15 minutes ago which is showing a new fire exploding in real time in the Hollywood hills just west of the Hollywood sign and barreling down towards Hollywood Blvd. :fragile:

So if you're in that area, beware. :(

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Vagabond said:
I have been in close proximity to two major wildfires. When you are given an evacuation order, you evacuate immediately. It is better to lose everything you own than to lose your life.
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Just one for me but I was glad I had everything packed and ready to go when the order came.

It’s terrifying.

My heart goes out to all affected.
 
This is Us' Mandy Moore's post: https://www.instagram.com/p/DElMytoSkCd/
I love you, Altadena. Grateful for my family and pets getting out last night before it was too late (and endless gratitude to friends for taking us in and bringing us clothes and blankets). Honestly, I’m in shock and feeling numb for all so many have lost, including my family. My children’s school is gone. Our favorite restaurants, leveled. So many friends and loved ones have lost everything too. Our community is broken but we will be here to rebuild together. Sending love to all affected and on the front lines trying to get this under control.
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Sylvia said:
Is there no way to embed just the map? :rolleyes:
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I'll edit - I didn't even see the top part of the tweet until after I posted, otherwise I would have looked for a different map.

Here's video of the Sunset Fire (which is the name for the one happening in the West Hollywood Hills) - video ends about 4 blocks south of Runyon Canyon where the fire broke out.

https://twitter.com/x/status/1877175563699249190

And an aerial view -

https://twitter.com/x/status/1877180802682834946
 
UMBS Go Blue said:
Just turned on the ABC7 live feed 15 minutes ago which is showing a new fire exploding in real time in the Hollywood hills just west of the Hollywood sign and barreling down towards Hollywood Blvd. :fragile:

So if you're in that area, beware. :(

- YouTube

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.
www.youtube.com www.youtube.com
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I have longtime friends who live there. Poweris out so they’re at a friends charging devices. They’re going to go back but she said they don’t have anything organized at the apartment. So I told her to get things together when they go back and she said we don’t have any light or candles or just for atmosphere. I told her to go buy flashlights and get together what they can. I want to scream at her but I am calmly texting her.
 
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skatfan said:
I have longtime friends who live there. Ware is out so they’re at a friends charging devices. They’re going to go back but she said they don’t have anything organized at the apartment. So I told her to get things together when they go back and she said we don’t have any light or candles or just for atmosphere. I told her to go buy flashlights and get together what they can. I want to scream at her but I am calmly texting her.
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If they're at a friends house, how about asking the friends if they have any flashlights they can borrow?
 
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