Mandy Moore and her children have evacuated their home amid the Pacific Palisades wildfire

Taking to her Instagram Stories, she wrote: "Evacuated and safe with kids, dog and cats. Praying and grateful for the first responders."

Some areas in Pasadena, California - where Mandy lives - have been placed under mandatory evacuation orders, with many celebrities having to flee their homes.

The Governor of California has dec lared a State of Emergency, while authorities have warned of an "immediate threat to ife".

And on Tuesday evening (07.01.25), Marqueece Harris-Dawson - the LA City Council President - warned residents that the worst is "yet to come".

Around 30,000 people have been evacuated with the fire - which has been caused by "life-threatening winds" - threatening more than 10,000 homes.

Chris Pratt, 45, is among those asking for "prayers and strength" to those affected by the wildfire.

He wrote on Instagram: "Please send prayers and strength tonight to everyone in Los Angeles affected by these devastating fires.

"Los Angeles is in a state of emergency and over 30,000 have been ordered to evacuate.

"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."

And Julianne Hogh - posted footage on social media from her own Hollywood Hills backyard as a Canadair CL-415 - an aircraft use to fight forest fires - was seen flying through the smoke.

She added on her Instagram Story: "Praying for everyone that had to evacuate and for the first responders and firefighters."