As wildfires continue to rage across Los Angeles, the NHL has announced the postponement of the scheduled game between the Calgary Flames and L.A. Kings on Wednesday, January 8, 2025. The decision comes as firefighters battle four active blazes sweeping through the region, from the Pacific Coast to Pasadena.
The fires have caused widespread destruction, destroying over 1,000 structures and tragically claiming the lives of at least two people. The intense heat and high winds have fueled the flames, which have forced thousands of residents to evacuate their homes. At least 70,000 people have been ordered to leave their residences, with more evacuation orders being issued as the fires continue to spread.
In an official statement, the NHL expressed its concern for the safety of the L.A. Kings organization, fans, and the broader Los Angeles community during this devastating time. “The thoughts of the entire NHL family are with the Kings, hockey fans, and the people of the Los Angeles area,” the league stated.
The L.A. Kings also shared a heartfelt message on X (formerly Twitter), thanking the league for its support and expressing gratitude for the first responders working tirelessly to contain the fires and protect the community.
“Our hearts are with our entire Los Angeles community. We appreciate the hardworking first responders who are diligently working to contain the fire and protect our community,” the Kings wrote.
A makeup date for the Flames vs. Kings game will be scheduled at a later time, the NHL confirmed.
As the fires rage, Southern California has experienced widespread power outages, with nearly 400,000 customers without electricity on Wednesday afternoon. Approximately 260,000 of these outages are in Los Angeles County, according to PowerOutage.us, which tracks power disruptions across the nation.
Residents in affected areas continue to endure harrowing conditions as the fire crews fight to bring the blazes under control. The full impact of the wildfires remains uncertain, but officials are urging people to stay safe and heed evacuation orders as the fires continue to threaten more homes and lives in the region.
With files from Associated Press
