Prince Harry and Meghan Markle are currently facing the possibility of evacuation from their £23 million Montecito mansion as Southern California is engulfed in fierce wildfires.
Their exclusive neighborhood is under a red flag warning, with dangerous, hurricane-force winds gusting up to 70mph. Local authorities are advising residents to remain alert as evacuation orders could soon follow.
This alarming situation arises just after the couple, who have been vocal about their charitable efforts, welcomed family and friends into their home to seek refuge from the approaching flames. The fires have already taken 24 lives and scorched over 40,000 acres, with firefighters working around the clock to contain the blazes. Among the fires, the Palisades Fire has burned 23,000 acres with only 14% containment.
Adding to the complexity, the fires have been fueled by strong winds, and the new Auto Fire in Ventura County is causing further concern. Despite their focus on supporting others through the Archewell Foundation, Prince Harry and Meghan may soon find themselves needing to follow their own advice and evacuate from their estate.
Southern California remains on high alert as the region continues to battle the ongoing fires. Wildfire warnings are still in effect for areas such as Thousand Oaks, Northridge, and Simi Valley. In response to the growing threat, California state officials have coordinated efforts to deploy firefighting teams to various fire-prone areas, including Los Angeles County.
As the fires rage on, the Duke and Duchess of Sussex find themselves in an unpredictable and perilous situation, demonstrating how even the most luxurious communities can be at risk during natural disasters.
