The Palisades fire map shows that Arnold Schwarzenegger’s house is threatened by fire

According to CAL FIRE’s latest update, the Palisades fire has advanced to the streets of Arnold Schwarzenegger’s Brentwood mansion and is threatening the former California governor’s residence and surrounding properties.

A map of Newsweek shows the extent of the fire Sunday evening as it spread east to Brentwood and Encino, home to many celebrities including Schwarzenegger.

According to CAL FIRE’s Monday morning update, the wildfire, active since last Tuesday, has burned 23,713 acres and is currently 14 percent contained.

Newsweek Schwarzenegger reached out for comment via social media and CAL FIRE via email.

Why it matters

The Palisades Fire, the largest of three major fires currently active in the city, has leveled much of the Pacific Palisades neighborhood and is also spreading into the neighboring cities of Brentwood and Encino.

All fires left at least 24 people dead, 16 people missing, more than 12,000 buildings destroyed and 150,000 residents still requiring evacuation. The source is still being investigated.

What you should know

The Palisades fire began Tuesday and has spread to neighboring areas due to dry conditions and strong winds that are not expected to subside until Thursday.

Several celebrities lost their homes in the fire, including singer, model and actress Paris Hilton, actor Billy Crystal and actor Miles Teller.

Schwarzenegger’s Brentwood mansion sits on 6 acres in a gated community on Chalon Road. He keeps several pets on the property, including a donkey, a miniature horse and a pig.

What people say

Arnold Schwarzenegger, actor and former governor of California, on X: “I really appreciate all the kind messages and concern. But don’t worry about me or my animals and especially not my house. I would rather you all focus your thoughts on these heroic firefighters and first responders who are fighting an impossible battle around the clock.”

National Weather Service (NWS) in Los Angeles, in an announcement: “These winds, combined with dry air and dry vegetation, mean the fire risk remains in the area. Continue to practice fire safety by avoiding work that produces sparks, reporting any smoke, and staying informed. Gather items you may need in case you are evacuated.”

Which areas remain at risk?

The NWS has issued red flag warnings across Southern California until 6 p.m. Wednesday.

The warnings apply to Los Angeles, Ventura, Orange, San Bernardino and Riverside counties, where northeast winds of 15 to 30 mph and gusts of up to 75 mph in mountainous areas are expected to spread the wildfires. By Sunday morning, gusts were already blowing between 30 and 40 miles per hour.

Chris Harvey, a spokesman for CAL FIRE, warned Sunday that firefighting aircraft may have to remain on the ground due to strong winds. This was necessary last week as emergency services battled the flames.

What happens next

Fire crews will continue to work to expand containment lines as Santa Ana winds are expected to peak on Tuesday. Evacuation orders remain in effect and residents are urged to stay informed and comply with instructions for their safety. A change in the weather by Thursday could provide some relief.