Visit California has urged tourists to avoid non-essential travel to the Hollywood and Los Angeles area as the devastating wildfires engulfing the area continue.
While, LAX Airport remains largely unaffected, Hollywood Burbank Airport has witnessed disruption and many LA tourist attractions – including Universal Studios, Universal City Walk, Getty Museum and Warner Bros Studio Tour – have been temporarily closed.
Visit California President & CEO Caroline Beteta said: “We are heartbroken to see the devastating toll the Los Angeles wildfires are taking on our communities. This is an active situation, and the safety of residents, visitors and first responders is top priority.
“Residents and visitors are being asked to avoid non-essential travel in impacted areas and are urged to use CAL FIRE as a resource for warnings and evacuation maps.
“We are so thankful to the first responders working around the clock to protect our communities. The high winds and dry conditions have put Southern California at risk, but quick action from first responders is helping tremendously.
“Thank you to everyone holding Los Angeles in their hearts today.”
