How This Mansion Survived The Los Angeles Wildfires While Other Homes Burned Down

Arab Weather - The devastating wildfires in Los Angeles swept through many buildings and green spaces, leaving behind huge material and human losses. In the midst of this tragedy, a luxurious $9 million mansion stood as the last standing house, while other multi-million dollar homes turned to ashes.

The owner of the palace tells the details of the miracle: How did the house survive?

David Steiner, a 64-year-old retired executive, has revealed the harrowing moments he experienced when he thought his luxury home was going to burn down, after watching videos showing flames engulfing his property and the homes of his neighbors.
Steiner said:

"It's a miracle, miracles never stop."

He thought it was all over, but the surprise was that the house was safe, as he received calls and pictures showing the three-story white palace standing tall amidst the charred rubble.

Robust engineering design saves 'last standing house'

Steiner attributes the house's resilience to its unique engineering design, designed to withstand earthquakes and other disasters. The house is made of stucco and stone, with a fire-resistant roof and foundations that extend into deep rock to stabilize it against powerful waves crashing into the sea wall.

Catastrophic Los Angeles Fires

According to a report by Agence France-Presse, the disaster killed 11 people and destroyed around 10,000 buildings. Authorities forced the evacuation of 180,000 people, and economic losses are estimated at $150 billion, making it one of the costliest disasters in US history.

'Last Standing House' Becomes Symbol of Hope and Resilience

The surviving home has become a symbol of hope in the face of disaster, with some describing it as a “beacon in the dark.” The story of how the mansion survived highlights the importance of disaster-resistant engineering, which can be the difference between life and death in times of crisis.

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