The Los Angeles Fire Department has issued an immediate evacuation order due to the Palisades Fire, specifying a threat to life within the perimeters of the Pacific Coast Highway, Encino Reservoir, 405 Freeway, and Mandeville Canyon. Residents are urged to leave now as the zone is lawfully closed to public access, according to LAFD's latest update.

Evacuation warnings have also been announced for Area 1, bordered by Sunset Blvd, Mulholland Dr., Bellagio Rd./Roscomare Rd., and the 405 Freeway, and for Area 2, enclosed by Mulholland Dr./Sepulveda Blvd., 405 Freeway, Ventura Blvd, and Louise Ave. These warnings notify those with extra needs and animals to leave immediately, and the urgency of readiness was underscored, "Ready, Set, Go!" as per the LAFD. Residents should be alert for the anticipated critical fire weather conditions, which are expected to begin Saturday night due to weak northerly winds with low humidity, despite the sunny skies that have prevailed.

For those affected by the evacuation, several centers have been made available including the Westwood Recreation Center and Van Nuys/Sherman Oaks Recreation Center, among others; for displaced animals, shelters such as El Camino High School and the Agoura Animal Care Center are currently providing refuge, detailed information and locations for both human and animal evacuees can be found at the LAFD news release.

During this challenging time, the LA Unified School District has canceled all school sessions for the upcoming Friday to facilitate firefighting operations; also, the Red Cross is available for those searching for loved ones impacted by the fires, who can reach out at 800-675-5799 for support. Stay informed on road closures and safety updates by checking out the linked resources provided by CHP-West Valley, the City of Santa Monica, and the City of Los Angeles as various freeway off-ramps have been closed, including those at Getty Center Drive and Skirball Center Drive, among others, the LAFD noted.