Los Angeles Fires Rage On: 5 Dead, Santa Monica and Hollywood Hills Expand Evacuation Orders (Updating)

Santa Monica expanded its mandatory evacuation order Wednesday as winds continued to whip three large wildfires

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA – JANUARY 8: Flames from the Palisades Fire burns homes at Pacific Coast Highway amid a powerful windstorm on January 8, 2025 in Malibu (Photo by Apu Gomes/Getty Images)

UPDATE 9:36 p.m.:

While authorities say efforts to contain the Sunset Fire appear to be successful, nearby institutions like the Hollywood Bowl, Comedy Store and Laugh Factory are closing down just in case.

“Due to the Sunset Fire, we have received evacuation orders and all Hollywood Bowl staff have safely evacuated the premises. We extend our deepest gratitude to the firefighters who are working tirelessly to protect our community,” the Hollywood Bowl said in a statement Wednesday night.

Meanwhile The Laugh Factor said on Instagram, “Tonight’s shows have been canceled. All ticket holders will be refunded. Hope everyone stays safe.”

And The Comedy Store canceled shows on the same night, vowing that customers would be refunded.

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