Priyanka Chopra Jonas expresses heartbreak as Palisades fire wreaks havoc across Los Angeles: ‘While I’m deeply grateful for my family’s safety, my heart is heavy’

The Palisades Fire, one of the most destructive wildfires to hit Los Angeles, continues to spread rapidly, leaving devastation in its wake. Homes have been destroyed, major roads closed, and thousands displaced, with the Pacific Palisades – an area home to numerous celebrities and executives – bearing the brunt of the damage.
Priyanka Chopra Jonas, who resides in Los Angeles, has voiced her concerns about the safety of residents and the immense loss faced by the community. Taking to Instagram, Priyanka shared glimpses of the raging fire and penned an emotional message expressing her heartbreak.
“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. These fires have displaced countless families and devastated entire communities, leaving an overwhelming need for rebuilding and support,” she wrote.

Priyanka also extended her gratitude to the firefighters, first responders, and volunteers on the frontlines, calling them “true heroes.” She urged her followers to contribute to relief efforts, highlighting organizations such as the California Fire Foundation, Baby2Baby, and the American Red Cross. She added, “Every contribution, no matter the size, truly helps. I’ll keep adding pages as I come across them.”

The scale of destruction is staggering. According to the New York Post, citing the Los Angeles County Medical Examiner, the death toll has risen to 24, with 16 people still missing as of Sunday. The Palisades Fire alone has claimed eight lives, while the Eaton Fire has been even more catastrophic.

Nearly 200,000 residents have been forced to evacuate, and around 39,000 acres of land – an area two-and-a-half times the size of Manhattan – have been reduced to ash. The fires have left entire neighborhoods unrecognizable, with a long road to recovery ahead.