Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 05:33am on 11 Dec 2024,Wednesday International
A wildfire in Malibu, California, has forced 20,000 residents, including celebrities like Dick Van Dyke and Cher, to evacuate. The Franklin Fire, fueled by Santa Ana winds, has burned over 2,800 acres, destroyed 7 structures, and damaged 8. Over 1,500 firefighters are battling the 0% contained blaze. Power outages affected 40,000 customers, with officials citing fire risk. Pepperdine University sheltered 3,000 students as flames encroached, canceling exams. Malibu Mayor Doug Stewart called it a “traumatic 20 hours.” Officials emphasized the resilience of affected residents, including middle-class families and ranchers. The fire’s cause remains under investigation.
