Raging wildfire rips through LA mansions as 30,000 people flee their homes to escape huge inferno
WATCH NOW: Firefighters battle raging Pacific Palisades wildfire in LA area
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A raging wildfire is ripping through mansions in LA as 30,000 residents have fled their homes to escape the huge inferno across California.
Some even abandoned their cars as they escaped the roaring flames while roads were blocked.
Extreme winds exacerbated the issue, as flames engulfed hillsides in the the Golden State, as US officials declared a state of emergency.
Firefighters in Pacific Palisades have issued a warning that their teams were running low on water and supplies, as residents in Malibu and Calabasas began to receive evacuation warnings.
Extreme winds exacerbated the issue, as flames engulfed hillsides in California, as US officials declared a state of emergency
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Homes have been devastated as the fires blaze through California
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As emergency services attempt to weaken the fire, all aircrafts were grounded as visibility and wind conditions worsen
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As emergency services attempt to weaken the fire, all aircrafts were grounded as visibility and wind conditions worsen.
Now, Altadena near Eaton Canyon, as well as other nearby towns, has started receiving resources to combat the blaze, as it has already taken over 400 acres of land in the city of Pasadena.
Meanwhile, in Pacific Palisades, houses have been destroyed - which is home to an array of celebrities, including Chris Pratt, Reese Witherspoon and Miles Teller.
Additionally, Calabasas and Pasadena is known for its A-listers, including the Kardashians.
Since the fires began, Hollywood premieres of several films, including Unstoppable starring Jennifer Lopez and Wolf Man produced by Ryan Gosling, have been cancelled.
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As emergency services attempt to weaken the fire, all aircraft were grounded as visibility and wind conditions worsen
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Wildfires are spreading through California at an alarming rate
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The fires were first reported at approximately 10.30am on Tuesday
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The blaze rampaging through Palisades is believed to have started in dry vegetation
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The blaze rampaging through Palisades is believed to have started in dry vegetation and was first reported at approximately 10.30am on Tuesday, Los Angeles spokesperson Erik Scott has said.
The Los Angeles City Fire Department said: "People in the area of Palisades need to evacuate now due to a rapidly moving wildfire.
"Pack all people and pets into your vehicle and leave the area immediately.
"If you are not in the mandatory evacuation zone, stay off the roads to allow first responders and evacuees to move quickly."
The Los Angles City Fire Department has issued a warning to residents, urging them to evacuate the area
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As the fire has continued to spread to Santa Monica, more than 100 firefighters are braving the "blowtorch".
The Los Angeles Fire Department released a statement on the NotifyLA alert system, warning residents of the latest developments of the horrific blaze.
"The Palisades Fire is burning near Palisades Drive," it said.
"Those nearby should get set for a potential wildfire evacuation by gathering supplies and loved ones."
"This is pretty much the worst possible scenario for a firefight," LAFD's David Ortiz told local media outlet KTLA.
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