Travis Barker’s children Landon Barker and Alabama Barker escaped their home amid a brushfire that expanded in size due to hurricane force winds in the Pacific Palisades on Jan. 7.
Travis Barker’s oldest children have safely left their home.
The Blink-182 drummer’s kids Landon Barker, 21, and Alabama Barker, 19, shared that they have evacuated their home amid the fast-moving wildfire that began ravishing California’s Pacific Palisades neighborhood on Jan. 7.
Landon gave an update to his followers via his Instagram Story on Jan. 7 writing alongside a selfie, “Just evacuated praying for everyone the fires have effected.”
Alabama also shared the news with her followers via her Instagram Story Jan. 7 writing, “Just evacuated from my home due to the wild fires in Los Angeles, please be safe!! They are saying the fires are spreading football field amounts in seconds.”
The brushfire in the Pacific Palisades began in the morning of Jan. 7 and rapidly expanded into neighborhoods throughout the community due to hurricane force winds. Over the course of the day, and into the morning on Jan. 8 the fire has burned over 2,921 acres and forced over 30,000 residents to evacuate their homes.
Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag, who have been longtime residents of the community, confirmed that their home burned down amid the fire. “I’m watching our house burn down on the security cameras,” Spencer shared in a Snapchat video Jan. 7, before sharing footage of their deck and children’s room on fire.
His sister Stephanie Pratt later confirmed the destruction.
“I am beyond heartbroken for my brother, Heidi & the kids,” she wrote on her Instagram Story Jan. 7. “And to all of our friends and neighbors who have lost their houses today.”
“Just spoke to my dad – he tried to save my brother’s house but the wind is so strong there was nothing he could do,” Stephanie continued. “My parents evacuated safely and are watching the fire rage towards their house on security cameras.”
The effects of the fires have also had an impact on awards season, as the live in-person nominations announcement for the Screen Actors Guild (SAG Awards) has been canceled.
“In an abundance of caution for the safety of our presenters, guests, and staff, the live in-person 31st Annual SAG Awards nominations announcement has been canceled due to the wildfires and adverse wind conditions in Los Angeles,” the statement posted on the official SAG Awards X account Jan. 8 read. “Nominees will be unveiled tomorrow at 7:30 PT via press release and the SAG Awards website. We look forward to celebrating these incredible actors and their work at the SAG Awards ceremony February 23. In the meantime, we urge everyone to stay safe.”
Keep reading for the messages shared by celebs amid the devastation…
Spencer Pratt & Heidi Montag
The Hills alums shared on Jan. 7 that their home sadly burned down during the Palisades fire in Los Angeles, but that they were able to escape.
Meanwhile, Spencer’s sister Stephanie Pratt shared on Instagram, “I am beyond heartbroken for my brother, Heidi & the kids. And to all of our friends and neighbors who have lost their houses today.”
Alabama Barker & Landon Barker
Travis Barker‘s kids Landon, 21, and Alabama, 19, shared they were forced to leave their residences amid the devastation.
“Just evacuated from my home due to wild fires in Los Angeles, please be safe!!,” Alabama wrote. “They are saying the fires are spreading foodball field amounts in seconds.”
Mandy Moore
The This Is Us alum—who is mom to three kids with husband Taylor Goldsmith—shared an update on her family after having to evacuate their home.
“Evacuated and safe with kids, dog and cats,” she wrote on Instagram Stories Jan. 7. “ Praying and grateful for the first responders.”
Khloe Kardashian
Sharing a message of gratitude for firefighters and first responders, the Kardashians star wrote in an Instagram Story post, “Thank you for your unwavering dedication and courage in the face of these devastating fires in CA. Your selflessness, resilience and tireless efforts to protect lives and communities are deeply appreciated.”
Chris Pratt
“Please send prayers and strength tonight to everyone in Los Angeles affected by these devastating fires,” the Marvel star wrote on Instagram Jan. 7. “Los Angeles is in a state of emergency and over 30,000 have been ordered to evacuate.”
He added, “Thank you to the brave firefighters and first responders who are working tirelessly to protect lives, homes, and wildlife as they battle fast-moving wildfire fueled by fierce winds. You are true heroes, and we are endlessly grateful for your sacrifice and courage.”
Jamie Lee Curtis
The actress shared a heartbreaking message Jan. 7, noting that she was unsure about the state of her home amid the conditions.
“My community and possibly my home is on fire,” she wrote on Instagram. “My family is safe. Many of my friends will lose their homes. Many other communities as well.”
“It is a terrifying situation and I’m grateful to the firefighters and all of the good Samaritans who are helping people get out of the way of the blaze,” she added. “Neighbors have taken care of neighbors. We ALL take everything for granted because we are all living our lives but when it hits your community, it’s particularly shocking.”
Source: www.eonline.com