By Good Morning America (GMA)
...Tens of thousands forced to evacuate as winds fuel fires in Southern California
As multiple wildfires burn through Los Angeles County, some celebrities are posting about the impact of the fires and showcasing the fire damage throughout LA County, home to nearly 10 million people.
Thousands of people have been forced to evacuate their homes and flee for their lives as the Santa Ana winds further exacerbate the situation.
At its worst, flames ripped through the Pacific Palisades, one of the wealthiest neighborhoods in the country, burning at a rate of five football fields per minute and leaving firefighters overwhelmed as they attacked the flames from the ground and the air.
Actor Billy Crystal and his wife, Janice, lost their Pacific Palisades home in the blaze, according to a statement shared with ABC News.
"Words cannot describe the enormity of the devastation we are witnessing and experiencing," Crystal said in the statement. "We ache for our friends and neighbors who have also lost their homes and businesses in this tragedy. Janice and I lived in our home since 1979. We raised our children and grandchildren here. Every inch of our house was filled with love. Beautiful memories that can't be taken away. We are heartbroken of course but with the love of our children and friends we will get through this."
Paris Hilton's representative told ABC News that her home was among those destroyed amid the wildfires.
"Heartbroken beyond words. Sitting with my family, watching the news, and seeing our home in Malibu burn to the ground on live TV is something no one should ever have to experience," Hilton posted to Instagram Wednesday.
"This home was where we built so many precious memories. It's where Phoenix took his first steps and where we dreamed of building a lifetime of memories with London."
She added that while her loss was overwhelming, she was grateful that her family is safe. She also extended her prayers to others who have been affected by the wildfires and shared that she was in contact with nonprofit organizations on how to help the community.
"The Hills" alum Heidi Montag shared an emotional TikTok video on Tuesday in which she revealed the house she shares with husband Spencer Pratt and their children had burned down.
Source: Good Morning America (GMA)
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