Fire Crisis in Malibu: Celebs Face Evacuation Warnings

On Tuesday, celebrities like Beyoncé and Jay-Z, alongside others such as Barbra Streisand and Julia Roberts, received evacuation warnings for their Malibu homes due to the Franklin Fire. The fire, which started in Malibu Canyon on Monday night, spread rapidly to over 2, 600 acres and posed a significant threat to the coastal city. The City of Malibu ordered mandatory evacuations for central and western areas, affecting over 2, 000 homes. Los Angeles County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone reported minimal home damage but warned the fire's containment was challenging due to strong Santa Ana winds. Beyoncé and Jay-Z, along with their family, had been attending the premiere of "Mufasa: The Lion King" in Los Angeles before the evacuation warnings.

The couple is also dealing with a lawsuit alleging Jay-Z's involvement in a 2000 rape incident, which he has denied. Despite the fire threat, the family has other homes, including a record-breaking $200 million Malibu estate designed by Tadao Ando, ensuring they won't be left without shelter. The Franklin Fire has brought back memories of the devastating 2018 Woolsey Fire for many Malibu residents. Firefighters are battling the blaze, with air tankers assisting despite strong winds.

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