A catastrophic wildfire, known as the Mountain Fire, is currently raging through Ventura County, California, devastating over 20,000 acres and destroying at least 132 structures, primarily homes. As fierce winds fueled the blaze, thousands of residents were ordered to evacuate their homes in the affected areas near Los Angeles. Eyewitness accounts detail harrowing escapes, with many individuals expressing panic as they fled the flames. The Governor has proclaimed a state of emergency, mobilizing local fire departments and emergency responders to combat the inferno. While firefighters have made some progress, smoke and hazardous air quality have prompted school closures and further safety alerts across Southern California. Heartbreaking images have emerged showing the stark aftermath, with entire neighborhoods reduced to ashes.