Harrowing escapes from Los Angeles wildfires were made by foot, by car or by the grace of strangers
For the second time in a matter of hours, a good Samaritan picked them up, then drove them to safety in Santa Monica.Related video above: Friends Escape LA Wildfires On a Boat While Capturing the Inferno From Santa Monica BayTheir escape came as thousands of people fled wildfires in the Los Angeles area that turned picturesque neighborhoods into a smoldering wasteland,
Los Angeles wildfire survivor describes harrowing escape
Flames from the Palisades Fire surrounded the car Aaron Samson and his 83-year-old father-in-law, who has Parkinson's disease, were in as they tried to escape.
Wildfires latest: At least 180,000 residents under evacuation orders in Los Angeles area
Ferocious winds that drove the flames and led to chaotic evacuations have calmed somewhat and are not expected to be as powerful during the day.
Harrowing escapes from wildfires were made by foot, by car or by the grace of strangers
Thousands of residents made harrowing escapes as devastating wildfires bore down on the Los Angeles area. Some fled by foot, some by car and some by the grace of good Samaritans.
Houstonians scramble to escape, help loved ones as wildfire carves path through Los Angeles area
The Palisades Fire continues to ravage Los Angeles County and Houstonians — some with family members in the area and others caught in the blaze themselves — are scrambling to salvage what they can and make arrangements for loved ones.
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Los Angeles wildfires live updates: At least 180,000 residents under evacuation orders
Firefighters across the greater Los Angeles area seek to contain Palisades, Eaton and Hurst fires as ferocious winds weaken. Mass power outages, evacuate orders and curfews are still in effect.
Firefighters battle devastating Los Angeles wildfires as winds calm somewhat
Ferocious winds that drove the flames and led to chaotic evacuations have calmed somewhat and were not expected to be as powerful during the day. That could provide an opportunity for firefighters to make progress reining in blazes that have hopscotched across the sprawling region,
Hollywood Hills fire breaks out as deadly wildfires burn out of control across Los Angeles area
A fast-moving fire broke out in the Hollywood Hills on Wednesday night, threatening one of Los Angeles' most iconic spots as firefighters battled to get under control three other major blazes that killed five people,
83-Year-Old with Parkinson's Escapes L.A. Fires Thanks to His Son-in-Law's Help and His Own 'Heroic Effort'
We’re alive, so that’s the most important thing,” said Aaron Samson Aaron Samson was home caring for his 83-year-old ...
California man helps father-in-law, 83, flee wildfire with walker — with aid from 2 good Samaritans
Stories or survival are surfacing as fires continue impacting the Los Angeles area by five wildfires. Aaron Samson filmed his ...
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People make harrowing escapes from Calif. fires
Flames and pillars of smoke rose from both sides of the road and a woman yelled in panic as firefighters ushered a crowd of ...
Fires in LA: Follow live updates
Firefighters battled to control a series of major fires that have killed five people, ravaged communities from the Pacific Coast to Pasadena, and sent thousands of people frantically fleeing their ...
California man helps father-in-law, 83, flee wildfire with walker
With the help of two different good Samaritans, Aaron Samson, 48, and his 83-year-old father-in-law escaped the Los Angeles area wildfires on Jan. 7, 2025. Credit: Aaron Samson @storywinning via AP ...
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Harrowing wildfire escapes made by foot, car or grace of strangers
Thousands of residents made harrowing escapes as devastating wildfires bore down on the Los Angeles area. Some fled by foot, ...