He was the first to report the Palisades fire. He's still battling to save his home

Nick Libonati described how he and his sister quickly reacted to a fire threatening their home in Pacific Palisades, which had already caused widespread destruction. The fire spread rapidly, forcing them to flee with only moments to gather important belongings before evacuating, culminating in a frantic escape through a chaotic evacuation route. The terrifying experience left him in shock, witnessing his childhood neighborhood engulfed in flames, a stark reminder of nature's power and the impact of wildfires.

As Libonati reflected on that fateful day, he noted, "The fire was about two miles away at first, but we quickly realized it was coming right at us. I tried to hose down our plants, but the wind blew the water back in my face, which was a clear indication we were in trouble." This small moment captured the growing intensity of the situation and how rapidly conditions deteriorated.

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