Jamie Lee Curtis In Contact With Governor Newsom After Almost Losing Home In Fire

Jamie Lee Curtis has spoken out once again about the ongoing wildfires in Southern California.

Southern California is facing a harrowing crisis as wildfires rage across the greater Los Angeles area, claiming the lives of at least five people and forcing nearly 180,000 residents to evacuate. These unprecedented fires, fueled by dry conditions and powerful winds, have scorched more than 45 square miles, leaving destruction in their wake and impacting areas not historically prone to such disasters.

Amid this devastation, actress Jamie Lee Curtis has emerged as a vocal advocate for fire relief efforts.

In response to the ongoing crisis, Curtis announced that she and her family have pledged $1 million from their Family Foundation to aid those affected by the fires. In a heartfelt social media update, she expressed her gratitude for the firefighters and first responders while outlining her commitment to helping her community rebuild.

“As the fire still rages on and @calfire @losangelesfiredepartment and all the available first responders and agencies involved in fighting fire and saving lives are still hard at work, my husband and I and our children have pledged $1 million from our Family Foundation to start a fund of support for our great city and state and the great people who live and love there,” she wrote.

Curtis also confirmed that she is in contact with California Governor Gavin Newsom, Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass, and Senator Adam Schiff to determine how to best allocate the funds to maximize their impact.

On Wednesday, the "Halloween" actress revealed that her home narrowly escaped destruction, although her beloved neighborhood was not as fortunate.

“Our beloved neighborhood is gone. Our home is safe. So many others have lost everything. Help where you can. Thank you to the first responders and firefighters,” Curtis shared on social media, tagging the American Red Cross to encourage donations.

Jamie Lee's generous donations come after the actress slammed false reports, urging her fans and followers to fact-check everything amid the devastating news.

"My community and possibly my home is on fire," she began. My family is safe. Many of my friends will lose their homes. Many other communities as well. There are so many conflicting reports. With all the technology, there seems to be very little information. PLEASE POST FACTS! IT WILL HELP THOSE WONDERING!"

"It is a terrifying situation and I'm grateful to the firefighters and all of the good Samaritans who are helping people get out of the way of the blaze. Neighbors have taken care of neighbors," she continued. "We ALL take everything for granted because we are all living our lives but when it hits your community, it's particularly shocking. Life on life's terms."

The Palisades Fire, one of the most destructive blazes in Los Angeles history, has already consumed over 17,234 acres (nearly 27 square miles) and destroyed 1,000 structures. It remains entirely uncontained. Meanwhile, the Sunset Fire, which ignited in the Hollywood Hills, has rapidly grown to 60 acres and is threatening iconic landmarks in the area.

In addition to the destruction, the fires have caused widespread power outages, with more than 350,000 energy customers without power, including 200,000 in Los Angeles County alone. Although the intense Santa Ana winds have slightly eased, gusts of 40-50 mph are still forecast, with stronger gusts expected overnight.

During a fire briefing on Thursday morning, L.A. Fire Chief Kristin M. Crowley stated that "extreme fire behavior" continues to pose significant challenges to firefighting efforts in the Palisades region. Per NBC, "Safe to say that the Palisades fire is one of the most destructive fires in the history of Los Angeles," she said.

Wildfires continue to wreak havoc across Southern California, with Governor Gavin Newsom providing updates Thursday morning on the status of three major fires currently burning in the region.

The Hurst Fire has scorched 855 acres and is 10% contained, while the Lidia Fire has burned through 348 acres with 40% containment. The Sunset Fire, though smaller, has consumed 60 acres and is currently holding steady.

While containment progress offers a glimmer of hope, it does not equate to safety. As clarified by the Western Fire Chiefs Association, containment indicates that a "control line has been placed around that portion of the fire and fire should not be able to cross." However, risks remain high, and ongoing efforts are critical to fully extinguish the blazes.