As of Friday morning, wildfires continue to ravage parts of California, with the Palisades Fire alone scorching more than 20,000 acres. This fire, which began on Tuesday alongside the Hurst and Eaton Fires, remains only 8% contained. The situation has forced Los Angeles County authorities to issue evacuation orders affecting approximately 180,000 people, while another 200,000 have been warned to prepare for potential evacuations.
The fires have left a devastating toll, with at least 10 fatalities reported by the Los Angeles County Department of Medical Examiner. In addition to the Palisades Fire, several other blazes pose significant threats. The Hurst Fire in the San Fernando Valley has consumed over 770 acres and is 37% contained, while the Eaton Fire near Pasadena has burned nearly 14,000 acres with a containment of just 3%.
Meanwhile, Cal Fire reports that the Sunset Fire, which burned 43 acres, is fully contained as of Thursday afternoon. The Lidia Fire has scorched nearly 400 acres and is 75% contained, while the Kenneth Fire has burned 1,000 acres and stands at 35% containment as of Friday morning. Overall, more than 10,000 homes, businesses, and other structures have suffered damage or destruction due to the ongoing wildfires.
Amidst the chaos, the "Barbenheimer" homes in Santa Monica remain untouched by the flames. These homes, known as the "Sherbet Homes," are a popular tourist attraction along Santa Monica Beach and gained fame for their vivid colors and striking juxtaposition. Despite being located just under a mile from the nearest evacuation zone as of Friday morning, video footage taken on Thursday confirms they remain unscathed.
"Barbenheimer"
This term originates from the popular "Barbie" and "Oppenheimer" films released in July 2023. The "Barbenheimer" homes have also become cultural icons online, widely used in memes to symbolize duality and capturing public imagination as early as 2016.
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