The raging wildfires in California continue to devastate communities, displacing thousands and reducing homes to ashes. The disaster has forced over 30,000 residents to evacuate, with widespread destruction reported in and around Los Angeles. Among those speaking out is Priyanka Chopra, who resides in Los Angeles with her family.

In an emotional post, Priyanka expressed her sorrow over the crisis while praising the heroic efforts of firefighters and first responders. “My heart is heavy for LA. While I’m deeply grateful for my family’s safety, so many of our friends, colleagues, and fellow Angelenos have lost so much,” she wrote.

Highlighting the scale of the tragedy, Priyanka added, “These fires have displaced countless families and devastated entire communities, leaving an overwhelming need for rebuilding and support. To the firefighters, first responders, and volunteers risking everything – you are true heroes.”

She also urged her followers to contribute to relief efforts, sharing links to GoFundMe pages and organizations working on ground zero.

On January 9, Priyanka took to Instagram Stories to thank the first responders battling the blaze, sharing a photo of firefighters in action. “A huge shoutout to the incredibly brave first responders. Thank you for working tirelessly overnight and continuing to help families affected,” she wrote, tagging local agencies like @lasdhq and @losangelesfiredepartment.

The wildfire, which began on January 7, has already scorched thousands of acres of land, prompting California Governor Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency in Los Angeles. The disaster has also impacted several Hollywood celebrities.

Actors Adam Brody and Leighton Meester suffered significant personal loss as their $6.5 million Malibu home was completely destroyed. Other stars, including Ben Affleck, Tom Hanks, Adam Sandler, and Steven Spielberg, were forced to evacuate.

The wildfires have sparked an outpouring of support from celebrities and citizens alike, with efforts underway to provide relief to affected families. The heroic actions of firefighters and volunteers continue to inspire hope amid the devastation, even as communities prepare for the long road to recovery.