Google CEO Sundar Pichai says he’s working as “one team” as “thousands of Googlers” battle the devastating wildfires across Southern California. emphasized its importance. In an email to employees, Pichai mentioned Google’s campaign to support wildfire relief efforts.
The deadliest wildfire in Los Angeles history has raged across the city and deep into the heart of America’s storied film industry. The homes of movie stars and celebrities also went up in flames, consuming some of the world’s most luxurious real estate and instantly recognizable showbiz landmarks around the world.
Google.org, Google’s philanthropic arm, supports relief and recovery efforts through funding and employee matching campaigns.
“Our thoughts are with the people and communities affected by the devastating wildfires in Los Angeles,” the company said in a statement. “We are working closely with local authorities to provide accurate and timely information through our products and services. “We have provided the following,” he said.
The company said people in affected areas can access SOS alerts, public alerts and bushfire boundaries through Google Search and Maps. “Road closure information is available on both Google Maps and Waze, and Waze also provides emergency evacuation location locations. These alerts and resources are continuously updated to provide critical safety information from a trusted source.” said.
“We are actively monitoring the situation and will continue to work with public authorities, share timely information through our products, and provide assistance to affected people and communities.”
The size and spread of the fires has led to at least six wildfires in Los Angeles County, three of which are completely out of control, and firefighters are exhausted.
The Los Angeles Fire Department issued evacuation orders for people in areas within Hollywood Boulevard to the south, Mulholland Drive to the north, the 101 Freeway to the east, and Laurel Canyon Boulevard to the west (all iconic film, television, and music addresses). . The Hollywood sign is across the highway.
West of Los Angeles, the Palisades Fire burned 15,832 acres (6,406 hectares) and hundreds of structures in the hills between Santa Monica and Malibu, racing down the Topanga Valley and reaching the Pacific Ocean on Tuesday. .
