Malibu’s luxury waterfront in ruins: Palisade fire turns iconic shoreline into ghost town

Malibu’s waterfront, famous for its breathtaking views and home to some of the most expensive real estate in the United States, has been destroyed by wildfires ravaging Southern California. Once a symbol of luxury and tranquility, much of this iconic coastline is now reduced to ashes, with homes and properties, including those of prominent residents, engulfed in flames.

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Expensive Malibu waterfront reduced to ashes

A video recently shared on X depicts an unforgettable view of Malibu’s waterfront, which was once home to some of California’s most sought-after real estate. This area is now reduced to rubble, with little trace of the once luxurious mansions. Not a single house remains unaffected by the raging wildfires. Once a spectacular coastline, now only charred remains and smoldering ruins remain.

A long line of historic homes along the Pacific Coast Highway, some of which had been standing for decades, were gutted down to their concrete foundations. Roads are littered with overturned utility poles and burnt-out vehicles, while firefighters work tirelessly across miles to salvage what remains of this iconic area. As reported by the Los Angeles Daily News, the devastation is shocking and marks a painful chapter in the history of Malibu’s famous coastline.

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Netizens visited Malibu, which has been turned into a ghost town

One user said: “Oh my gosh, I remember driving down this road a few years ago. It’s devastating.” A second user said: “I live right next to the ocean and I can’t believe it.” “Didn’t anyone think to install water pumps to put out the fire?” A third user wrote: “This actually looks like a cutscene from an apocalyptic game.”

Another user wrote, “To show that I am no one and must be humble to God,” while another said, “It’s nice to look at the ocean, but I don’t want to express my gratitude to the people affected.” Prayers,” he wrote.