1960s: The Bel Air Fire, Los Angeles, USA

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Burt Lancaster and Zsa Zsa Gabor were among the Hollywood elite who lost their homes during the Bel Air Fire, which engulfed the exclusive community on 5 November 1961. One of Los Angeles' most destructive infernos started as a bushfire that was fueled by strong Santa Ana winds. The fast-moving wildfire went on to scorch through 16,000 acres of land. Lancaster’s property (pictured) was totally destroyed.

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1960s: The Bel Air Fire, Los Angeles, USA Burt Lancaster and Zsa Zsa Gabor were among the Hollywood elite who lost their homes during the Bel Air Fire, which engulfed the exclusive community on 5 November 1961. One of Los Angeles' most destructive infernos started as a bushfire that was fueled by strong Santa Ana winds. The fast-moving wildfire went on to scorch through 16,000 acres of land. Lancaster’s property (pictured) was totally destroyed.