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.