Feuerinferno in Pacific Palisades: 30,000 evacuations and chaos!

Feuerinferno in Pacific Palisades: 30,000 evacuations and chaos!

A devastating forest fire in the wealthy districts of Los Angeles forces around 30,000 people to evacuate, including numerous prominent personalities. The so -called "Palisades Fire" spreads out rapidly due to strong Santa Ana Winde and has already recorded an area of ​​2,921 acres, which corresponds to about twelve square kilometers. The California authorities reported that the fire fighting is made more difficult by the extreme wind conditions, which is why extinguishing aircraft cannot be worked effectively. As vienna.at , several people, including a firefighter, have also been violated due to the extreme conditions.

chaos in road traffic and dramatic evacuation actions

The evacuations in the area, especially in the Pacific Palisades district, led to chaotic traffic conditions. Many residents had to leave their houses in a fluence and got stuck in the traffic jam; Some left their vehicles and searched for security on foot. California Gov. Gavin Newsom explained the emergency for the region and called on the residents to follow the official evacuation instructions. The governor warned of further possible fire outbreaks because the wind is still dangerously strong. As reported in the nearby Altadena Evacuations, as reported in nearby Altadena, as "extremely dangerous", as reported in the nearby Altadena, as reported in nearby Altadena, as reported.

The fire has already laid several buildings on fire and endangered over 13,000 structures. The Los Angeles Fire Department mobilized 1,400 firefighters to contain the flames and protect human life. In a dramatic appeal, the department calls for all firefighters not in service to report and help. President Biden has already promised support for fire fighting, with a grant approved by Fema to help affected areas. The fire brigade faces the huge challenge of stopping the rapid flame spread, while at the same time the massive threat over the heads of the residents is floating.