A new wildfire has broken out in Pacific Palisades, near Los Angeles, prompting mass evacuations as heavy smoke blankets the area. The flames have spread rapidly, affecting at least 80 hectares, and residents are fleeing their homes. Mayor Karen Bass reported that firefighters are battling the blaze while strong, dry winds threaten to intensify the situation. Nearby Malibu has already closed schools in response, as local authorities urge residents to evacuate immediately.