On social media, many viewers were stunned after a viral video showed Los Angeles man letting his $5M home burn down while fleeing for his life during the devastating LA wildfires.
A Los Angeles man decided to flee his $5 million home as the Palisades fire rapidly spread, threatening his property.
The man, Orly Israel, abandoned the luxurious home he shares with his parents, along with his close friend Tanner Charles, as the flames approached.
The Wildfires ravaging Los Angeles and their destructive impact
Since Tuesday morning, four catastrophic wildfires have torn through Los Angeles.
These fires have burned over 5,400 acres, destroying more than 1,000 structures and claiming at least two lives. Thousands of firefighters are battling the flames, but high winds and dry conditions continue to hamper their efforts.
The fires have left a path of destruction, particularly targeting multi-million-dollar homes.
Over 30,000 people have been forced to evacuate, including Israel, who now faces uncertainty about the fate of his property.
LA man escape from the flames
On social media, a user named @tanner.charles shared a TikTok video capturing the moment a Los Angeles man abandons his $5 million home as wildfires devastate the area.
Israel and Charles initially attempted to protect the Pacific Palisades home by spraying water around the property. However, just three hours later, the backyard was consumed by flames.
@tanner.charles We tried. Please be praying for my friend @Orlyslisteningtable and his family. #palisadesfire #fire #california
In the chilling video footage, Israel can be seen fighting the flames with a garden hose before realizing they need to flee for their lives.
Charles records the moment and tells Israel, “Alright dude, let’s get out of here.”
The video captures the chaos as trees ignite, the street fills with smoke, and embers rain down from the sky. Israel later updated his social media, confirming that he and Charles made it out safely. He remarked, “We don’t know if the house is burnt down or not, but the whole Palisades is on fire, so it’s bleak.”
The video left viewers shocked.
Israel’s video sparked concern among viewers, with many feeling desperate as he escaped from his burning home through flames, ferocious winds, and clouds of smoke. Others were also shocked by the devastating, deadly wildfires.
One person said: Probably when the insurance excess was less than the repair
A second wrote: Funny how people run to God and pray when disaster strikes, but before the tragedy the people were partying.
While a third commented: Buuuut they all have house & contents insurance don’t they ????
I feel sorry for anyone, regardless of their circumstances, who lost a home. Another added.
Someone else said: Insured multimillionaires losing properties, lol
Why no water available to fight this fire,so much has been lost,devastating for everyone, prayers. Another added.
Celebrities join the mass evacuations as wildfires destroy homes
Israel’s escape is just one of many as celebrities and locals alike flee their homes. Among those affected are Mark Hamill, Eugene Levy, and James Woods. Woods shared footage of a home near his property that was completely engulfed in flames.
Several other high-profile figures have also been forced to evacuate, including reality TV stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag, and Formula One heiress Petra Ecclestone and her family.
Actor Steve Guttenberg even assisted firefighters by moving cars to make room for fire trucks.
The Intense effort to battle the wildfires
Firefighters have been tirelessly battling the wildfires, but conditions are worsening.
The Santa Ana winds, which have reached speeds of up to 80mph, continue to push the flames forward. Meteorologists predict the winds may reach up to 100mph in some areas, offering little respite for those fighting the fires.
The situation has become so dire that high winds have grounded firefighting aircraft, further complicating the efforts to control the fires.
As the wildfires continue to rage, the residents of Los Angeles, including Israel, Charles, and countless others, face the uncertain outcome of their homes and lives.