The Los Angeles County wildfires threatened several structures and iconic landmarks in the area. See photos.
A handful of raging wildfires burned through Los Angeles County in early January 2025. After the Palisades fire broke out, multiple infernos erupted and destroyed countless houses — including celebrity homes — and structures. Thousands of acres were charred from the winds and flames. But through it all, firefighters worked tirelessly to salvage as many people and buildings as possible.
Many wondered if the city’s most iconic landmark The Hollywood Sign was burned from the Sunset fire in the Hollywood Hills. However, firefighters managed to prevent further destruction from this inferno.
See photos of the L.A. landmarks that were affected or remain intact amid the January 2025 wildfires in our gallery.
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Mount Wilson Observatory
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Firefighters gathered near the Mount Wilson Observatory to protect it from the encoraching fire.
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The Hollywood Sign
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Though smoke filled the air above The Hollywood Sign, the Hollywood Hills fire did not directly affect the landmark.
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Will Rogers State Park
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Will Rogers’ ranch house was reportedly destroyed in the Palisades fire.
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Getty Villa
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The Palisades fire threatened to burn the Getty Villa. However, firefighters managed to fend off the flames, and the landmark is still standing with minor damage.
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The Griffith Observatory
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The Griffith Observatory has not been directly impacted by the multiple fires, but it overlooked the smoky air across L.A.
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Topanga Ranch Motel
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California State Parks officials confirmed that the Topanga Ranch Motel was burned.
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