Hospitality industry responds to Los Angeles wildfires
A series of devastating wildfires have taken their toll on the Los Angeles metropolitan area since January 7, with three fires still active as of January 16, the most notable being the Palisade Fire in Pacific Palisades and Eaton Fire in Altadena. A combination of drought, low humidity and hurricane-force Santa Ana winds created a disaster, leaving many people unable to return home or obtain basic necessities as fires swept through communities.Communities surrounding the outer ring of downtown Los Angeles were hardest hit by wildfires, namely Pacific Palisades and Altadena. ||Photography: Larry Gibson, courtesy of AdobeAlmost immediately after the fire, the Los Angeles community came together to donate clothes, food, water and other items to those in need. The hospitality industry has responded similarly, with hotels working with trade associations and travel companies to offer free or reduced-price room stays and create relief funds.The Asian American Hotel Owners Association has launched “Hope and Haven: California Wildfire Recovery Plan,” dedicated to…
How to help event professionals affected by Los Angeles fires
Meetings and event professionals are among the many devastated by wildfires raging across Los Angeles. Here are some disaster relief resources that can help. Wildfires continue to ravage the Los Angeles area - so far, they have killed 24 people, destroyed 12,000 buildings and homes, and burned an area of more than 60 square miles. And, with high winds expected to continue sweeping the region Wednesday and the Palisades and Eaton Fires continuing to burn, the danger isn't over yet. According to reports, fortunately, downtown Los Angeles has escaped the impact of the wildfires, and the Los Angeles Convention Center is continuing to hold meetings and events as planned. But that doesn't mean meetings and event professionals in the greater Los Angeles area escaped the personal devastation of the fires. To help those displaced by the recent wildfires, HotelPlanner mobilized its call center team to provide 24/7 service to help residents find alternative housing for themselves, their families, and even…
California wildfires destroy homes, kill at least 10 people
California authorities continue to battle wind-driven wildfires sweeping across the state, prompting the evacuation of at least 180,000 residents and claiming the lives of at least 10 people. Evacuation orders remain in effect for parts of Los Angeles County as efforts to contain the fires ramp up. Several fires broke out across Los Angeles this week, with the Pacific Palisades Fire becoming the most destructive fire in the region, burning more than 19,978 acres. Travel disruptions and closures Operated in Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)Located approximately 19 miles south of Pacific Palisades, the project continues largely undisturbed. However, travel in the region has been severely impacted as wildfires continue to rage across the region. The Los Angeles Fire Department reported that as of 7 p.m. Thursday, the Pacific Coast Highway remained closed between the McClure Tunnel in Santa Monica and Topanga Canyon, with the Los Angeles Police Department managing traffic to support evacuation efforts. In addition, the California Department of…
Multiple wildfires sweep through Los Angeles
Listen to audio How to help and what you need to know The most destructive wildfire in Los Angeles history started Tuesday in coastal Pacific Palisades. The unprecedented spread of the Palisades wildfire and the emergence of at least three other major fires have burned more than 27,000 acres as of Thursday morning: the Eaton Fire in the Pasadena and Los Angeles National Forest areas; The Eaton Fire in the Deena and Los Angeles National Forest areas; the Sunset Fire in the Hollywood Hills; and the Hearst Fire in Sylmar. Tens of thousands of Los Angeles residents were forced to evacuate their homes, and at least 1,000 buildings were confirmed to have been destroyed. "This is a tragic moment in the history of Los Angeles, but it's also a moment where we are really tested and see who we really are," Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonald said at a news conference. What you need to know if you're in…
Multiple wildfires sweep through Los Angeles
Listen to audio How to help and what you need to know The most destructive wildfire in Los Angeles history started Tuesday in coastal Pacific Palisades. The unprecedented spread of the Palisades Fire, along with the emergence of at least three other major fires, had burned more than 27,000 acres as of Thursday morning: the Eaton Fire in the Pasadena and Los Angeles National Forest areas; The Eaton Fire in the Los Angeles National Forest; the Sunset Fire in the Hollywood Hills; and the Hearst Fire in Sylmar. Tens of thousands of Los Angeles residents were forced to evacuate their homes, and at least 1,000 buildings were confirmed to have been destroyed. "This is a tragic moment in the history of Los Angeles, but it's also a moment where we are really tested and see who we really are," Los Angeles Police Chief Jim McDonald said at a news conference. What you need to know if you're in Los Angeles:…
Los Angeles wildfires
Five people have been confirmed dead as several fast-moving wildfires continue to spread across the Los Angeles area, threatening iconic structures such as the Hollywood sign. The National Guard has been deployed to assist in what many consider an unprecedented situation. Wildfires occur every year in Southern California, but nothing like this spreads to cities, where Santa Ana winds and extreme dryness create a perfect storm of destruction. President Biden has canceled a trip to Italy, where he had planned to meet with the pope to coordinate the federal response to wildfires. According to the New York Times, the White House said it had arranged for Navy helicopters to join the firefighting effort. President Biden also appeared at a fire station in Santa Monica with California Governor Gavin Newsom. "We are prepared to do whatever it takes, as long as necessary, to contain the fires and help rebuild and make sure we get back to normal," Biden told the media…
Los Angeles wildfires
Several fast-moving wildfires near Los Angeles grew out of control on Wednesday, destroying hundreds of buildings, scorching hillsides and killing at least two people, prompting officials to order about 70,000 people to evacuate their homes. High winds hampered firefighting efforts and fueled the fire, which has been spreading unhindered and unchecked since it began on Tuesday. The largest fire burned more than 5,000 acres in Pacific Palisades, a picturesque community in western Los Angeles County between the beach towns of Santa Monica and Malibu. It is the hometown of many film, television and music stars. More than 1,000 structures have been destroyed, Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone said at a press conference on Wednesday, Reuters reported. Another fire, the Eaton Fire, burned about 30 miles (50 kilometers) inland from Altadena near Pasadena and has grown to more than 2,000 acres. Two people were reported dead there, but officials said they had no further details. The Hearst Fire, located…
Wildfires, dementia, and disruptions: New challenges
The increasing incidence of wildfires has an impact on all kinds of activities, and according to research presented for the first time at the just-concluded Alzheimer's Association International Conference, wildfires are also having an impact on the health of our brains. By Michelle Russell This year's wildfire season in the western United States is still far from the peak of 2020, when the El Dorado Fire (above) and other fires made it the most destructive wildfire season in the past two decades, according to The New York Times. (Adobe Stock) As I write this, there are nearly 50 large wildfires burning across the Western United States, including the Park Fire north of Sacramento, which in just one week has grown to become the fifth largest fire in California history. Experts say record high temperatures across much of the West have led to "classic fire conditions." New York Times“Climate change is causing heat waves in the region to become more intense…
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