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Newsweek
11 hours ago
- Climate
- Newsweek
California Fire Map Shows 200 Acres Burning as Evacuations Ordered
Based on facts, either observed and verified firsthand by the reporter, or reported and verified from knowledgeable sources. Newsweek AI is in beta. Translations may contain inaccuracies—please refer to the original content. Firefighters are battling to contain a wildfire, dubbed the Henderson Fire, that broke out on Friday evening in San Diego County and which had consumed 200 acres as of 4:30 a.m. PT on Saturday. The California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) has issued compulsory evacuation orders for an area around the blaze, with lower evacuation warnings in force for a wider region. Why It Matters Southern California is still recovering from a devastating series of wildfires that ripped through around 66,618 acres in the Golden State in January, leaving at least 29 people dead. Following the infernos rents in Los Angeles spiked by 20 percent. The Henderson Fire was only 5 percent contained at 4:30 a.m. PT on Saturday, raising fears it could grow substantially. What To Know According to CAL FIRE the Henderson Fire began at around 5:45 p.m. ET on Friday and has since consumed 200 acres in San Diego County, in a rural area north of San Diego and south-east of Los Angeles. Compulsory evacuation orders, constituting "a lawful order to LEAVE NOW," have been issued for SDC-0040, SDC-0063, SDC-0064, SDC-0065, SDC-0112, SDC-0113, SDC-0114, SDC-0115 and SDC-0159 encompassing the area directly around the fire. The public is now banned from entering these areas. Stock photograph showing fire personnel responding to the Palisades Fire in Pacific Palisades, California, on January 7, 2025. Stock photograph showing fire personnel responding to the Palisades Fire in Pacific Palisades, California, on January 7, 2025. DAVID SWANSON/AFP/GETTY Wider evacuation warnings, meaning there is a "potential threat to life and/or property," have been issued for SDC-0063, SDC-0066, SDC-0158, SDC-0116, SDC-0117 and SDC-0118. For these areas CAL FIRE said: "Those who require additional time to evacuate, and those with pets and livestock should leave now." A temporary evacuation point has been established at the Pala Casino Parking Lot just off Highway 76 at Pala. CAL FIRE evacuation orders (red) and evacuation warnings (yellow) around the Henderson Fire. CAL FIRE evacuation orders (red) and evacuation warnings (yellow) around the Henderson Fire. CAL FIRE On X, formerly Twitter, CAL FIRE's San Diego station said the blaze was being tackled by 160 firefighters from multiple agencies who were having to contend with "steep terrain with limited access." They added that the Red Cross was on hand to assist displaced residents. What People Are Saying In its most recent update, CAL FIRE said: "The fire is burning in the area of Henderson Road and Pala Mission Road. A substantial number of additional resources have been ordered, EVACUATION ORDERS and WARNINGS are in place. If you are immediately affected by the fire, please follow all evacuation notices and orders." In a post on X, Temecula resident Jason Kovacs said: "The #HendersonFire is burning close to us! Praying for those who are fighting it tonight and for full containment. Sobering." On Friday evening, amateur-run SoCal Wildfire Tracker posted on X: "#HendersonFire it's going to be quite the overnight fight. The area it's burning in hasn't seen fire since 2000. Evacuation are extending as far north as the county border to the north and up to 7 miles east of the fire. Fire is 145 acres and is already impacting ranch land." What Happens Next CAL FIRE is continuing to battle the Henderson Fire. Local residents can keep up to date with the latest information and evacuation orders via its official website.
Yahoo
20 hours ago
- General
- Yahoo
Strong action will be taken for planes, drones violating G7 no-fly zone, says RCMP
CALGARY — The RCMP says air restrictions will be in place in two main areas during the upcoming G7 Leaders' Summit in Alberta this June and officials will make sure that no unwanted drones or aircraft enter airspace. Sgt. Mark Basanta from RCMP Protective Operations said the no-fly zones will include both the Calgary International Airport and Kananaskis, where the leaders will be. He said the radius at Kananaskis Village will be 30 nautical miles (56 kilometres), while it will be 20 nautical miles (37 kilometres) at the airport. The restrictions are set to begin at 6 a.m. June 14 and remain in effect until 11:59 p.m. on June 17. Basanta said unauthorized aircraft and drones will be met by RCMP or Canadian Forces aircraft and could be shot down as a last resort. "Shooting is an extreme measure, but yeah, we have the capability to take them down," Basanta said Friday in an aircraft hangar at the Springfield airport, located on Calgary's western edge. "Our hope is if they're heading towards it, there will be a broadcast over their frequency and basically they'll be told to change their heading," he added. "Short of doing that, they can expect to be intercepted by the Canadian Armed Forces that are flying. They will be met. They will be intercepted. We do have F-18s flying a combat air patrol. Hopefully that's enough of a deterrent." Canada will host leaders from the United States, France, Germany, Japan, the United Kingdom and Italy, as well as the European Union at the meeting scheduled from June 15 to 17. Basanta said his biggest concern is the use and popularity of drones. He said there will be a counter-drone team deployed in the Kananaskis region to curb their behaviours. "We have a lot of people in the country, a lot of drone enthusiasts that will be flying, but we do have measures where we can take them down," Basanta said. He didn't specify what the measures could be but said drones pose a "grave risk." "Our main concern is the hobbyists flying the drones inadvertently flying into the aircraft. A threat from a drone is one thing ... it's also ensuring the safety of our own aircraft that are in the air." In January, a California man was charged after operating a drone that crashed into a Quebec water bomber fighting the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles. The CL-415 plane was grounded after the small remote-controlled aircraft flew into it on Jan. 9, leaving a sizable hole in its wing. Basanta said the restrictions will not affect regularly scheduled commercial flights. This report by The Canadian Press was first published May 30, 2025. Bill Graveland, The Canadian Press Error in retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data Error in retrieving data
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Rick Caruso Vows to Breathe Life Back into Fire Ravaged Pacific Palisades
Rick Caruso Vows to Breathe Life Back into Fire Ravaged Pacific Palisades originally appeared on L.A. Mag. Developer Rick Caruso - a longtime Pacific Palisades resident whose own home was damaged while his daughter's home was reduced to ash in the deadly and devastating wildfire that tore through his community - is vowing to breathe new life back into the beloved neighborhood perched above the ocean by reopening his shopping center. During a press conference in an active construction zone Wednesday, Caruso was flanked by fashion powerhouse Elyse Walker who lost her longtime flagship store to the wind-fueled flames as she announced she will rebuild at Palisades Village, the lifeblood of the neighborhood that was left largely unscathed by the January fires. Walker's announcement that her boutique empire - which began in the Pacific Palisades and now can be found on the trendiest streets of New York City and Newport Beach - will be a sprawling centerpiece in the revitalization and rebuilding of the area was a much-needed sign that the beloved community will make a strong comeback. One that Caruso believes could come as early as the start of 2026."I knew that I wanted a store to feel like a home base within the community," she said. "More than a store, it was where friends & family got together to connect, celebrate and of course, shop," she said. "We fully intend to recreate the elysewalker experience at the Village and cannot wait to be back in our beloved Palisades community.' Caruso also announced that his company has already committed roughly $50 million to upgrade Palisades Village and improve the surrounding streets and sidewalks as residents who want to rebuild begin a return to their lives. He applauded Walker for her "shared determination to bring back the Palisades better and stronger." "When a retailer chooses to invest here, it is a powerful voice of confidence in a bright future," Caruso said. Reopening Palisades Village, a vibrant mecca of clothing, dining, and the arts, will be part of a dedicated effort to ensure that their "community remains a place where families flourish, businesses succeed, and neighborhoods thrive.' The Palisades Fire devoured nearly 37 miles of the Pacific Palisades and Malibu, destroying thousands of homes and businesses and claiming a dozen lives. Corrine Verdery, the CEO of Caruso, said that the company has made a long-term commitment to making Palisades Village a symbol of "resilience and optimism for the future" of the neighborhood. This story was originally reported by L.A. Mag on May 29, 2025, where it first appeared.
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Palisades Village slated to reopen in 2026
The Palisades Village, a luxury open-air shopping center in Pacific Palisades, is slated to reopen in mid-2026, marking another step forward in the community's recovery from the Palisades Fire. The announcement was made on Wednesday by billionaire developer Rick Caruso, owner of the shopping center. The approximately 3-acre, 125,000-square-foot shopping center, which houses 42 businesses and services, has been closed since January's wildfire leveled thousands of homes and businesses. While the Palisades Village itself was largely untouched by the fire, the surrounding devastation prompted its closure. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
3 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Rick Caruso Confirms 2026 Reopening of Palisades Village, New Elyse Walker Flagship Boutique
Palisades Village — the luxury shopping and dining destination that ultimately served as a tony town square for residents of Pacific Palisades, California — is eyeing a reopening of 'early to mid' 2026 in the wake of catastrophic fires that ravaged the area. Palisades Village owner Rick Caruso and key members of his Caruso team were on site Wednesday afternoon for an official press conference to announce the news and reveal that Palisades retail guru Elyse Walker will aid revitalization efforts by bringing her namesake shop to the flagship space on the corner of Sunset Boulevard and Swarthmore Avenue. Walker, who opened her Palisades store in 1999 and expanded over the years into something of a retail empire with stores in New York, Newport Beach and Southampton, lost her shop on Antioch Street in the Palisades Fire. More from The Hollywood Reporter How Netflix's Latest 'Fear Street' Slasher Film Created a Terrifying Prom Experience for Fans Inaugural Pride LIVE! Hollywood Event Set for June With Film Screenings, Premieres, Tributes to Norman Lear, 'Golden Girls,' 'Queer as Folk' and More The Upfronts Tease the Most Coveted Luxury Real Estate Projects In the World 'Today marks an important milestone for Palisades Village as it signals not only hope, but our steadfast and unwavering commitment to the Palisades. Our future here at Palisades Village is brighter than ever,' said Caruso CEO Corinne Verdery to kick start the press conference against the backdrop of an 'active' construction zone, hard hats and all. 'Our end goal is simple, it's to bring families back, small businesses, jobs, spark economic revival and make Palisades stronger.' They plan to accomplish that by reconstructing the public park inside Palisades Village, rebuilding streetscapes around the hub to 'beautifully restore the sidewalks, lighting and landscape,' bringing back the annual Christmas tree lighting and Menorah celebration this holiday season and adding 'an exciting new dining concept,' the latter of which will be announced in the coming months, Verdery confirmed. She then welcomed her boss to the podium. Caruso, the billionaire businessman who made a bid to become mayor of Los Angeles, has emerged as a key figure in the city's rebuilding efforts. He founded Steadfast L.A., an organization led by the private sector to 'prioritize action, accountability and results over red tape.' 'When the fire hit, and obviously in the wake of that fire, it touched every corner of our city. I became a student of what it takes to bring back a city or a town or a community from a disaster,' offered Caruso in opening his comments. What he learned was that public and private partnerships become key to rebuilding efforts 'because the problems are too big for a government alone,' and that common spaces that foster community become even more crucial. 'People want to congregate. They want to shop, they want to dine, they want to gather, they want to have a cup of coffee with their friends and their family. So how do we accelerate all of this? It's not only about rebuilding a town, it's about an acceleration of the rebuilding,' he added. 'I believe you have to have an economic engine. If you look at all the examples around the country or around the world, if you have a partner — whether it's a retailer or a restaurateur that believes in the future of a community that's committed not only to great commerce but great community — you create a powerful partnership.' That thinking led Caruso to pick up the phone 'a few weeks ago' to share his big idea that called for her to move into the Palisades Village space formerly occupied by Saint Laurent. 'Elyse said, 'I am in, let's rebuild the Palisades,' recalled Caruso, who saved Palisades Village with the help of a private for-hire firefighting team. 'Then she said something that was very powerful. She said, 'We will be unstoppable.'' Caruso then welcomed Walker to the podium with quite a compliment: 'In my 35 years of being in the development business, I've done business with a lot of retailers, the best and the brightest, but let me tell you something, there is nobody better than Elyse Walker.' The Palisades resident and retail vet, who raised her two sons in the city and opened a shop there so she could walk them to school, expressed optimism about the announcement while also nodding to the destruction still visible on all the surrounding streets. 'Today is an exciting day. It's also with mixed emotion as just five months ago, we watched our beloved community of the Pacific Palisades experience incredible loss, and my team and I lost our flagship Elyse Walker Palisades store, our work home, a store that had just celebrated 25 years,' she explained of the elysewalker boutique. 'However, I have always believed that the Palisades community is strong, and that in time we would heal and rise up together. Today is the beginning of our rebuilding efforts.' She called this moment 'the most pivotal time in the Palisades community history,' and said that her new location will mirror the old one and align with what Caruso has created at Palisades Village by becoming a hub for community and something more than a place that sells clothing, handbags and designer items. 'Our goal is to create jobs and enthusiasm. Reopening in the Palisades and moving our flagship across the street to the Palisades Village is incredibly exciting and important as we focus our efforts on supporting the strong and resilient town,' she said. 'We fully intend to recreate the Elyse Walker experience at the Palisades Village and look forward to a time very, very soon when we can open our doors and our community can reunite.' Best of The Hollywood Reporter Most Anticipated Concert Tours of 2025: Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, Kendrick Lamar & SZA, Sabrina Carpenter and More Hollywood's Most Notable Deaths of 2025 Hollywood's Highest-Profile Harris Endorsements: Taylor Swift, George Clooney, Bruce Springsteen and More
