While raging wildfires left entire neighborhoods in ruins across Los Angeles, a handful of homes remarkably survived the devastation. These properties stood as rare beacons of hope amid the destruction — leaving some to wonder how they were spared.
The destructive force of the Los Angeles wildfires is undeniable, with thousands of homes lost and families left devastated. Yet, scattered among the ruins are stories of resilience — homes that somehow endured the inferno.From the sturdy architecture of an architect’s design to the well-prepared defenses of high-profile celebrities like James Woods and Tom Hanks, these houses stood firm when many around them did not.
James Woods’s Home – A ‘Miracle’ Amid Destruction
Actor James Woods took to social media to share an emotional update about his home following the wildfires. Against all odds, his property managed to survive the disaster that destroyed countless homes in the area.
“A miracle has happened,” Woods wrote on X, formerly known as Twitter. “We managed to get to our property and our home, that we were told is gone forever, is still standing.”
The actor admitted that his home wasn’t completely spared from damage, as smoke and other minor impacts were visible. However, compared to the utter destruction surrounding his property, Woods’s home was a beacon of survival in a charred landscape.
“In this hellish landscape, ‘standing’ is relative […],” he wrote, highlighting the dire situation across the area. “Oh wow. You’re on the right side with God,” one social media user commented. Another typed “Wow. That’s great news.”
