California Governor Gavin Newsom has called in to deploy the California National Guard to support efforts to contain multiple blazes, including the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire, and Hurst Fire.
Newsom shared a statement on X (formerly Twitter) saying, “Joining pre-positioned personnel and assets, the Governor deployed the California National Guard personnel to assist in responding to the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire, and Hurst Fire,” the post read.
Cal Fire reported that one of its crews endured a grueling 24-hour shift battling the blazes before finally pulling into an incident command post Wednesday morning.
“Fortunately, everyone is healthy,” the agency said. “They say it was an incredibly tough firefight with unrelenting winds.”
The wildfires have already forced thousands to evacuate their homes, with flames consuming vast areas of land and threatening residential neighborhoods.
In Pacific Palisades alone, the fire has grown to over 3,000 acres, destroying property and leaving residents scrambling to find safety.
Winds have reached speeds of up to 65 miles per hour in some areas, sending embers flying and igniting new hotspots.
In addition to manpower, the state has mobilized air support, including water-dropping helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, to combat the flames from above.
Emergency shelters have been set up across the region to accommodate displaced residents, offering temporary refuge from the chaos.
Governor Newsom has urged Californians to stay vigilant and heed evacuation orders, emphasizing the importance of safety during this unprecedented wildfire season.
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“Protecting lives and property is our top priority,” Newsom said in a statement. “We will continue to deploy every resource available to combat these fires and support those affected.”
On Tuesday, a massive wildfire erupted in Pacific Palisades, California, triggering widespread evacuations as flames tore through neighborhoods and engulfed homes.
One video posted by Resist Times on X(Twitter) shows two man and their home pet, dog, barricaded in their home from the raging fires.