Dick Van Dyke and wife evacuate Malibu home as wildfire threatens area

abc13.com December 12, 2024, 02:01 AM UTC

Dick Van Dyke, who turns 99 on Friday, has evacuated his Malibu home due to a nearby wildfire. He and his wife, Arlene, are safe with most of their pets, but one cat remains missing. The Franklin Fire has destroyed nearby properties, including a home in Malibu Canyon. Van Dyke's house was spared, while the Serra Retreat, a local Catholic center, suffered damage. Other celebrities, including Cher and Mark Hamill, have also evacuated or gone into lockdown. Community members are assisting firefighters to protect homes from further damage.


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