Miley Cyrus Reflects on 2018 Wildfire and its Impact on Los Angeles

On January 14, 2025, Miley Cyrus took to social media to express her feelings about the ongoing destruction caused by the wildfires in Los Angeles. In particular, she recalled her experience of losing her home in the 2018 Woolsey Fire.

In a heartfelt Instagram post shared on the Miley Cyrus Foundation's account, she described returning to her former home, now reduced to “a pile of ash and rubble.” Cyrus extended her sympathy to those undergoing similar loss during the current wildfires, echoing sentiments of shared pain and grief.

As the wildfires continue to wreak havoc, the situation in Los Angeles has worsened, with the death toll reaching 24 and over 150,000 people displaced. Thousands of homes have been destroyed, leaving many residents, including several celebrities, to grapple with the aftermath. Notable figures such as Adam Brody, Leighton Meester, Milo Ventimiglia, and Billy Crystal have also faced loss during this disaster.

Miley's Personal Experience

Cyrus shared an emotional message about her experience, stating:

This image hits me hard in the heart today. This is a photo taken of my front porch in 2018 after losing our house in the Woolsey fires. It’s a feeling you don’t ever forget. Walking up to the door you would pass through daily, looking forward to being greeted by the ones you love like you always do but instead being met by a pile of ash and rubble. My soul aches for those who are experiencing this devastation firsthand and I cry for my city. It’s beyond heartbreaking. Los Angeles represents 'living the dream' but the reality today is wreckage and destruction.

The singer urged her followers to support efforts aimed at helping those affected by the fires. She linked to several organizations providing assistance, including the @malibufoundation, which she co-founded in response to the 2018 tragedy.

Hope and Solidarity

Cyrus emphasized that healing requires time, resources, and commitment from both the local community and external supporters. She closed her message with a note of love and compassion for those grappling with the current crisis:

Time, resources, and dedication from inside and outside of our community will heal us, but it hurts deeply for now… Love always, Miley.

The ongoing wildfires serve as a somber reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of community support during difficult times.

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