Los Angeles wildfire live updates: New wildfire spreads in L.A ,Hollywood Hills, 100,000 to 150,000 people evacuated

Kristin Crowley, the fire chief for Los Angeles City, said, "The situation remains one of the most historic fires in Southern California." In the meantime, there is a severe water deficit in Los Angeles' fighting.

At least five people have tragically died as a result of a major wildfire that started in Los Angeles. Over 100,000 people have been asked to flee, and hundreds of homes have been destroyed.

What is going on right now?

A new wildfire has started in the Hollywood Hills, according to Los Angeles Fire Chief Kristin Crowley, as five other flames in the county are still causing chaos. Strong Santa Ana winds, which are usually linked to an increased risk of wildfires, have exacerbated the fires and made combating them more difficult.

What effects did it have on the locals?

Communities that are recognized for having wealthy people, such as Hollywood Hills and Pacific Palisades, have been severely damaged by the fire. People were forced to flee after significant damage was done to the homes of well-known figures in the Pacific Palisades, including Jamie Lee Curtis and Mark Hamill. The fire damaged more than 1,000 buildings and properties valued at millions of dollars. Another fire started in the Hollywood Hills, putting famous locations in jeopardy and forcing further evacuations. Schools around the county were closed, and nearly a million homes lost electricity. Numerous people were compelled to find refuge abroad, including both common citizens and well-known figures.

A fire has started in Studio City amid a slew of wildfires throughout California.

Firefighters hurried to contain a fire that started late Wednesday night near Sunswept Drive and Veneta Place in Studio City, seriously damaging many residences. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) told NBC4 that more than fifty firemen were able to contain the fire by 10 p.m. local time with the help of helicopters. 

However, one house fell and was totally destroyed due to the fire's strength. Named the "Sunswept Fire," the fire started out as a minor brush fire and swiftly spread to neighboring homes, causing more damage in some places. Thankfully, there have been no reports of injuries thus yet. Authorities said that they are still determining the entire scope of the damage.

As part of a devastating chain of fires that have already left hundreds injured and at least five dead, the Sunswept Fire is one of numerous wildfires sweeping through Los Angeles County. As wildfires tore across the Hollywood Hills earlier Wednesday, endangering homes and historic sites, authorities issued extensive evacuation orders.

The Academy Awards have been postponed because of California forest fires.

When a wildfire started in the Hollywood Hills and Los Angeles, the sky became red.

The 97th Academy Awards nominations ceremony has been postponed from January 17 to January 19 due to the horrific wildfires in Southern California. CEO Bill Kramer moved the voting deadline to January 14 and offered his condolences to the impacted members. Conan O'Brien will host the Oscars, which will be held at the Dolby Theatre on March 2. Major events including movie premieres, the SAG Awards, and the Critics' Choice Awards have been disrupted by the flames, which have also resulted in evacuations and extensive damage, including to the homes of celebrities.

When a wildfire started in the Hollywood Hills and Los Angeles, the sky became red.

With more than 100,000 people evacuated, the Los Angeles fire is being called the most destructive fire in history. Five people have been killed in the wildfire, and U.S. President Joe Biden has officially signed a federal disaster proclamation.

Stars including Jamie Lee Curtis, Mandy Moore, Maria Shriver, Paris Hilton, and others were among those evacuated from Los Angeles due to the uncontrollable wildfire. More than 1.5 million homes and businesses are without electricity as a result of the fire, which has burned 12,000 acres of property in the Pacific Palisades.

Kristin Crowley, the fire chief for Los Angeles City, said, "The situation remains one of the most historic fires in Southern California." In the meantime, there is a severe water deficit in Los Angeles' fighting.

A fire that broke out at the home of American celebrity Paris Hilton in Malibu was tragic, and the event was televised live.

With more than 100,000 people evacuated, the Los Angeles fire is being called the most destructive fire in history. Five people have been killed in the wildfire, and U.S. President Joe Biden has officially signed a federal disaster proclamation.

American celebrity Paris Hilton expressed her tremendous sadness on her X account on Thursday after watching her Malibu home burn down live on television while she was seated with her family. "To the courageous first responders and firefighters risking their lives to save us, you are real heroes. I am incredibly appreciative of your bravery, commitment, and the amazing sacrifices you are making in order to fight this unthinkable struggle and save lives. With everything of my heart, thank you," Hilton said.

In the midst of the wildfire disaster, Canada extended aid to California.

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau of Canada sent his sympathies to the people impacted by the California wildfire, which has sadly resulted in the loss of both lives and property. "We know the difficulties of wildfires, and California has supported our Canadian firefighters many times," Trudeau said. At the front lines, Canadian water bomber teams are already in action. We're prepared to give our American neighbors more resources."