Interactive map reveals LA wildfire hotspots & celeb-packed enclaves under threat after stars among 30k forced to flee
AN INTERACTIVE map shows where tens of thousands have been forced to evacuate as a wildfire is burning through an affluent Los Angeles neighbourhood.
A-listers in Pacific Palisades are praying their homes will escape the apocalyptic inferno that has already gutted the home of Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag.
The reality TV pair have seen their home tragically burn to the ground on Tuesday, with their entire family able to evacuate.
Pictures showed Spencer watching the fire from a distance across a canyon and taking photos of it.
The Hills star appears heartbroken as he watched the unstoppable advance of the flames take his home.
Other celebrities have also revealed they have had to flee their homes after evacuation orders were issued.
Pacific Palisades is home to A-listers like Tom Hanks, Ben Affleck, and Miles Teller.
It comes as…
- Four wildfires have erupted in LA sending tens of thousands fleeing
- State of emergency issued and all firefighters called to help
- Celebrities have been forced to flee homes as one inferno rips through affluent neighborhood
- Clip taken from a plane shows the huge scale of blaze
- Fires made worse by dry conditions and 100mph gusts
- Reality TV stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag lose home to fire
- Horror video shows huge flames just feet from house as two men and dog inside
The Palisades Fire started up in the mountainous hills of the neighborhood but has since spread down towards Malibu.
Evacuation orders were issued which covered the homes of celebrities like Filmmaker Guillermo del Toro, the children of Travis Barker Alabama and Landon, Luke Skywalker actor Mark Hamill, and Eugene Levy.
Actor Eugene Levy, known for his role in the American Pie films and Schitt’s Creek TV show, found himself stuck as he tried to flee.
He told the LA Times: “The smoke looked pretty black and intense over Temescal Canyon… I couldn’t see any flames but the smoke was very dark.”
Star Wars actor Mark Hamill has said he was evacuated from Malibu.
In an Instagram post, he said: “Personal Fire Update: 7pm – Evacuated Malibu so last-minute there small fires on both sides of the road as we approached PCH (Pacific Coast Highway).”
From there he went to his daughter Chelsea’s house in Hollywood with his wife Marilou and their dog Trixie.
He said: “8:15pm – Marilou, Trixie & I arrive at Chelsea’s house in Hollywood. Most horrific fire since ’93. Stay safe.”
Reality couple Spencer Pratt and Heide Montag – who met on The Hills in the noughties – have been one of those who have had their home destroyed.
Sources told TMZ that their family home was burnt to the ground after catching fire yesterday.
Thankfully, the pair and their two sons were able to safely evacuate earlier in the day, and were not there when the blaze broke out.
However, the family are said to be “distraught” by the loss of their beloved home.
Actor James Woods, known for voicing Hades in the 1997 animated film Hercules, shared a terrifying video of the fire approaching his home.
Celebs in the path of LA's monster fires
TERRIFYING wildfires have swept through Los Angeles and have forced around 30,000 people to flee, including major A-list celebs.
The largest of the raging fires has hit the affluent Pacific Palisades neighborhood.
This area is home to some of LA’s wealthiest residents and their multi-million dollar pads.
Here are some of the stars who could be forced to evacuate the coastal area as authorities warn the “worst is yet to come”.
Tom Hanks
The movie legend, 68, and his wife Rita Wilson, 68, own a $26 million mansion in the neighborhood.
They reportedly bought the sprawling 14,513 square-foot house in 2010.
Ben Affleck
The actor, 52, reportedly bought his $20.5 million bachelor pad on the same day as his now ex-wife Jennifer Lopez’s birthday.
His 6,200 square-foot property, which sits on an acre of land, is near the desired Pacific Palisades area.
Mark Hamill
The Star Wars legend revealed he was evacuated from his home in Malibu.
Hamill, 73, said he fled to his daughter Chelsea’s house in Hollywood with his wife Marilou and their dog Trixie.
Miles Teller
The actor, 37, and his model wife Keleigh Sperry, 32, own a $7.5 million mansion.
This couple purchased their 6,622 square-foot LA home in March 2023.
Jhene Aiko
The singer, 36, reportedly lives in her $5.6 million Pacific Palisades home with her rapper boyfriend Big Sean, 36.
Aiko’s five bedroom and five bathroom home sits on half an acre of land in the affluent area.
Ralf Moeller
Gladiator star Ralf Moeller told German newspaper Bild he had fled his home and had never seen anything like it in his 30 years living in the US.
He said: “The hot desert winds blowing at speeds of more than 60 kilometers per hour are fanning the flames like a hairdryer held over the hot embers.”
Alabama and Landon Barker
The children of drummer Travis Barker revealed they were forced to evacuate their LA home.
Alabama, 19, told her followers: “They are saying the fire are spreading football field amounts in seconds.”
Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag
The reality TV couple revealed the heartbreaking news that their home had been completely destroyed by the wildfire.
They were able to flee their $3 million mansion with their two children in time.
Eugene Levy
Actor Eugene Levy, known for his role in the American Pie films and Schitt’s Creek TV show, found himself stuck as he tried to flee.
He told the LA Times: “The smoke looked pretty black and intense over Temescal Canyon… I couldn’t see any flames but the smoke was very dark.”
Pop star Mandy Moore revealed on Instagram that she and “kids, dogs and cats” had to flee their home.
She added: “Praying and grateful for the first responders.”
Golden State Warriors Coach Steve Kerr said his mum had been evacauted.
He told reporters: “Everything I’m seeing and reading is just terrifying, what’s happening down there.
“So, just wanted to send thoughts to everyone who’s going through the devastation of the fire.”
LA Lakers coach JJ Redick said his family had been affected by the fire also.
“I’m standing in my driveway waiting to evacuate,” he said on X as planes zoomed over the encroaching blaze.
“Hope everybody gets out safely,” he said in another post.
Other celebrities have shared their thoughts and prayers with those affected by the blaze.
Actor Chris Pratt wrote on Instagram: “Please send prayers and strength tonight to everyone in Los Angeles affected by these devastating fires.
“Thank you to the brave firefighters and first responders who are working tirelessly to protect lives, homes and wildlife as they battle fast-moving wildfire fueled by fierce winds.”