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Jan 08 2025ENVIRONMENT

Blaze Burns Through Celebrity-Friendly Coastal Neighborhood

Nestled along California's Pacific coast, the upscale neighborhood of Pacific Palisades is known for its stunning beaches and renowned residents. With a history stretching back to the 1920s, this seaside sanctuary has attracted celebrities and beach lovers alike. But a rare coastal wildfire turned t

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Jan 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fire Forces SAG to Change Award Nomination Plans

This year's SAG Awards nominations announcement, planned to happen live at the Shrine Auditorium & Expo Hall in Los Angeles, has been canceled due to the ongoing wildfires in the area. Instead of a live event, the nominees will be revealed via a press release on January 8 at 7:30 PT. The decision wa

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Jan 08 2025HEALTH

California Wildfires: How to Stay Safe in Smoky Air

Wildfires are raging near Los Angeles, forcing thousands to evacuate. The smoke from these fires is a mix of harmful pollutants. Even a short exposure can affect your health, especially if you're young, old, pregnant, or have breathing or heart issues. On Wednesday, Los Angeles air was labeled "haza

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Jan 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Ben Affleck's New Home Threatened by California Wildfires

Actor Ben Affleck is one of many Southern Californians whose home is in danger from the recent wildfires. The fires, driven by strong Santa Ana winds, have caused widespread damage and forced many people to evacuate. The Palisades Fire, which started as a small brush fire, has quickly grown to cover

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Jan 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Los Angeles Wildfires: Celebrity Evacuations and Community Consequences

Wildfires raged through Los Angeles' Pacific Palisades neighborhood, forcing many Hollywood stars like Mark Hamill, Mandy Moore, and James Woods to pack up and leave. The flames, driven by strong winds, destroyed homes and blocked roads as tens of thousands escaped. In the panic, people abandoned th

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Jan 08 2025CELEBRITIES

Famous Actors Flee Homes as LA Wildfire Spreads

Imagine living in a fancy LA mansion and suddenly having to run for your life because of a wildfire! That’s what happened to actors Eugene Levy and James Woods. They had to leave their homes in a hurry as a wildfire near Pacific Palisades grew dangerously large. Levy found himself stuck in traffic w

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Jan 08 2025ENTERTAINMENT

Fire Forces Famous Faces to Flee: Pacific Palisades in Flames

On Tuesday, a fast-moving fire swept through Pacific Palisades, California, forcing celebrities and locals to evacuate their homes. The blaze, which started around 10:30 a. m. , quickly grew from a small brush fire to over 770 acres due to strong winds. The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) issued

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Jan 08 2025WEATHER

Winds of Change: How Strong Gales Ignite Fires in Los Angeles

In Los Angeles, two fires erupted on Tuesday morning amidst a fierce windstorm. The Pacific Palisades faced a 20-acre brush fire, while West Hollywood had a structure fire that spread to nearby brush. The National Weather Service warned of strong Santa Ana winds, with gusts up to 100 mph in some are

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Jan 08 2025WEATHER

Why California Braces for Dry, Dangerous Santa Ana Winds

Southern California is in for a major blast of powerful and dry winds known as Santa Ana winds. These winds can be a big problem for the region, especially when it's already really dry. Forecasters are expecting wind gusts between 50 to 70 miles per hour, and in some high areas, it could go up to 10

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Jan 05 2025ENVIRONMENT

The Hidden Danger of Masks in Landfills: A Plant's Perspective

Imagine what happens when you toss a disposable face mask into a landfill. Scientists have been looking into this, especially after the COVID-19 pandemic led to a surge in mask use. They found that these masks can break down over time, releasing tiny pieces called microplastics and harmful chemicals

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