California Wildfires Aftermath: Aerial Views Reveal Charred Homes and Bombed-Like Localities

California Wildfires Aftermath: Huge areas affected by the ongoing wildfires in California, United States, seemed as if they had been “bombed,” even as fires continued for a third consecutive day on Thursday and firefighters struggled to put out the blazes.

As per The Associated Press, one of the neighbourhoods could only be recognised by the outlines of its streets, as every house there had been destroyed by the flames. A second neighbourhood, on the other hand, appeared like a “patchwork” of standing houses and the ones already gone.

The devastation from the Palisades Fire is seen from the air in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles, Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025.

Meanwhile, individuals returning to evacuated regions saw burned timbers from buildings, as well as the wreckage of a residence and a charred outdoor fireplace adjacent to a swimming pool; the water in the pool had turned brackish due to soot.

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The remains of a burned-out house were observed being examined by a married couple. Another stood behind a house that looked like it had been "bombed," their arm covering around their face.

Beachfront properties are left destroyed by the Palisades Fire, in this aerial view, Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 in Malibu, Calif. (AP)

All around Los Angeles, there were scenes of flames everywhere, as several localities continued to burn unabated. Amid the devastation, people had no option but to go about their lives, as they rode past the flames, while others walked past burning houses.

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In addition to the wildfires already burning in the area, another blaze, dubbed “Kenneth Fire” by authorities, began, popping up on the boundary of the Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Officials have issued mandatory evacuation orders.

Beach front properties are left destroyed by the Palisades Fire, Thursday, Jan. 9, 2025 in Malibu, Calif. (AP)

Residents have been advised to protect themselves and their loved ones from wildfire smoke and ash. "Take steps to reduce breathing in air pollutants. If the air quality is bad, stay inside as much as possible and close all windows, doors and vents," the California Department of Public Health said.

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