Los Angeles and surrounding areas are grappling with devastating wildfires, prompting potential evacuations for celebrities, including Prince Harry and Meghan Markle. The couple's Montecito home, situated in Santa Barbara County, is in a high-risk zone, and Southern California Edison (SCE) is considering rolling public safety power shutoffs (PSPS). These planned outages could begin as early as this evening.
While no fires have directly impacted Montecito, the nearby Malibu fire, 70 miles away, serves as a stark reminder of the dangers. The affected areas, including Montecito and neighboring neighborhoods like Eucalyptus Hill, Riviera, Foothill, and San Roque, have been deemed high fire risk zones. The potential power shutoffs coupled with the high fire risk could necessitate the evacuation of the Duke and Duchess of Sussex’s home, where they reside with their children, Archie and Lilibet.
The escalating wildfire situation, fueled by high winds and dry conditions, has triggered a widespread evacuation order in Los Angeles. Over 80,000 residents have been displaced from their homes, as well as two fatalities in the Eaton Fire. Firefighters are battling the flames with significant resources deployed.
The crisis has extended beyond homes; celebrities like Mandy Moore have also had to evacuate their properties in the impacted areas. Eugene Levy, a resident of the affected Pacific Palisades neighborhood, described the harrowing escape attempt, emphasizing the intensity of the smoke and fire conditions.
In a separate personal matter, Meghan Markle recently shared the tragic news of her rescue beagle, Guy's passing, adding to the anxieties and hardships of the current crisis. The news underscores the profound impact of the wildfires on both local residents and celebrities.
