Prince Harry And Meghan Finally Speak On Raging Palisades Wildfires Amid Risk Of Power Outage

The devastating wildfires sweeping through California have prompted an impassioned response from the Duke and Duchess of Sussex, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle.

The royals made a plea for support to be given to those in need, sharing links to charities they've previously worked with in the past.

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle have also been placed on red alert and are in danger of having the power in their Montecito mansion cut off amid the rampaging wildfires,

As the Palisades wildfires continue to rage, destroying homes and displacing residents, Harry and Meghan have released a heartfelt statement expressing their concern and support for those affected by the disaster.

The Duke and Duchess of Sussex took to their website, Sussex.com, to make an impassioned plea for people to "check-in" on disabled and elderly neighbors. They also shared links to several charities they've worked with in the past.

"In the last few days, wildfires in Southern California have raged through neighborhoods and devastated families, homes, schools, medical care centers, and so much more – affecting tens of thousands from all walks of life," the couple's statement began, per the Daily Mail.

"A state of emergency has been issued," they continued, before sharing "some resources and ideas" for those who feel "compelled to help."

"If a friend, loved one, or pet has to evacuate and you are able to offer them a safe haven in your home, please do. And be sure to check in with any disabled or elderly neighbors to see if they need help evacuating," the former working royals added.

In their statement, Harry and Meghan also encouraged Americans to donate to the American Red Cross, charging them to be their brother's keeper.

"Some families and people have been left with nothing. Please consider donating clothing, children's toys & clothing, and other essentials. The American Red Cross is on the ground helping those in need," the statement read.

The ravaging fire across parts of L.A. has prompted evacuation orders for more than 179,000 people, with some casualties already recorded.

Officials attributed the spread of fire to high winds and drought in the area, which has made vegetation very dry and easy to burn.

Meanwhile, Harry and Meghan are at risk of losing the power to their Montecito mansion as the fires continue to wreak havoc in the Los Angeles area.

According to the Daily Mail, local electricity provider Southern California Edison is considering a so-called Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) in parts of Santa Barbara County due to a "red flag" warning and an increased risk of the fire.

Residents in the neighboring counties, including Montecito, where Harry and Meghan live, are now being contacted to prepare for the worst, as the PSPS could affect 4,172 customers in Santa Barbara County and other regions.

In the advent of a power outage, Harry and Meghan's Internet connection may also suffer damaging effects, which would make getting information online difficult.

The extent of property and structural damages cannot be fully ascertained. However, the BBC reports that nearly 2,000 structures, including houses and businesses, have already been razed at the iconic Sunset Boulevard.

While Harry and Meghan's home still remains safe away from the flames, several notable figures in the Pacific Palisades and surrounding areas have watched their million-dollar homes go up in flames.

Legendary actor Anthony Hopkins lost a stunning four-bedroom, five-bathroom home, which he purchased for $6 million in 2021.

Actors Adam Brody and Leighton Meester were also not so lucky, as they lost their $7 million mansion where they lived with their two young daughters.

Similarly, the blaze completely destroyed actress Anna Faris's $5 million eco-friendly home and the homes of reality stars Spencer Pratt and Heidi Montag.

According to reports, over 1,000 structures have been destroyed since the wildfires began.

Additionally, over 30,000 residents have been forced to flee their homes, while the Governor of California has declared a state of emergency.

Experts have also warned that, due to increasing winds, the situation in the Pacific Palisades area will worsen before it improves.

"This event is not only not over, but it is just getting started and will get significantly worse before it gets better," UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain shared in a briefing per the Los Angeles Times.

These winds have forced crews to ground firefighting aircraft that had been deploying water onto the blazes. The winds disperse the water or retardant before it can effectively reach the fire.