James Woods, devastated by the raging LA wildfires, breaks down emotionally after his home is completely destroyed in the catastrophic blaze.
He describes the heartbreak of losing his home
James Woods, 77, became emotional in a CNN interview. The actor described evacuating his Pacific Palisades home during the wildfires.
He shared a touching story about his wife’s eight-year-old niece. She offered her piggy bank to help them rebuild.
“One day you’re in the pool, and the next, it’s all gone,” Woods said tearfully.
The Oscar winner struggled to contain his emotions.
“I’m sorry, I thought I was stronger than this,” he added.
Devastating effects of the pacific palisades wildfires
The wildfires have ravaged Pacific Palisades and surrounding areas. Over 1,000 structures have been destroyed, and at least two people have died.
Evacuation orders were issued across the affluent neighborhood. Authorities warned residents of an “immediate threat to life.”
Reality TV stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag also lost their home. Their Pacific Palisades residence was reduced to ashes by the flames.
A-list celebrities forced to flee their homes
The ritzy neighborhood is home to many celebrities. Stars like Ben Affleck, Tom Hanks, and Miles Teller are among those affected.
Jhene Aiko and other well-known figures have also evacuated. Many await updates on the fate of their homes.
Firefighting efforts hindered by extreme conditions
Three major fires are burning across the Los Angeles area. The flames stretch from the Pacific Coast inland to Pasadena.
Firefighters are working tirelessly to contain the inferno. The Los Angeles Fire Department has called in off-duty personnel for support.
Windy conditions have grounded firefighting aircraft. Officials hope to resume flights as conditions improve.
Wildfires disrupt daily life across southern california
The fires have forced the closure of over 100 schools. More than 180,000 people are without power, with more outages possible.
Southern California Edison has preemptively shut off some services. This is to prevent high winds from sparking additional fires.
Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone confirmed widespread injuries. More than 28,000 structures remain under threat from the fires.
Over 100 schools closed due to fire risks, while power outages affected 180,000 people, mostly in Los Angeles County. Southern California Edison cut service for safety amid high winds, warning that over 500,000 could lose power depending on conditions.
