On December 9, 2024, Malibu was engulfed by the devastating Franklin Fire,forcing thousands to evacuate, including 98-year-old Dick Van Dyke.
The legendary actor described his desperate escape, crawling toward his car as exhaustion overwhelmed him. Neighbors intervened just in time,carrying him to safety. Their quick actions not only saved his life but also extinguished a fire in his guesthouse, preventing more extensive damage.
Dick Van Dyke and singer Cher, whose home on the Pacific Coast Highway was spared from a fire that started on Monday night.
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Van Dyke’s Malibu home, a symbol of peace and retreat, faced an imminent threat as the fire rapidly spread.
The flames, fueled by fierce winds, scorched nearly 4,000 acres, leaving properties vulnerable to destruction.
The actor’s home, where he spent decades, narrowly escaped being consumed by the disaster,a testament to both luck and the dedication of his neighbors.
Chaos Leads to a Missing Pet
fluffy brown dog outdoors wearing pink harness
In the chaos of evacuation, Van Dyke and his wife, Arlene Silver, discovered their beloved orange cat,Bobo, had fled. Amidst the fear for their own lives and the uncertainty about their home,the absence of their pet added emotional strain. The couple turned to social media, pleading for help in finding their missing companion.
