Last night we went to bed knowing that one of the largest fires in recent decades was underway between Pacific Palisades and Malibu.

We woke up to a black sky, the acrid smell of ash, and nearly 3,000 acres swept away in just a few hours.

Fortunately, we are safe here in Marina del Rey, our offices are closed, and we are working from home, but knowing that hell is breaking loose just a few kilometers away doesn't make you feel at ease.

We are not in danger, but we are closely following news and alert bulletins because the wind is expected to continue for a few more hours, and its unpredictability could change the situation in a matter of minutes.

If you are in an impacted area or close to what is happening in Los Angeles County, in addition to real-time news from local television stations, I recommend downloading the Watch Duty app (iOS, Android) which sends real-time bulletins to your phone.

Stay safe, be ready to evacuate. It will get better.