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NPR reports on the destruction of historic landmarks, including the Will Rogers State Historic Park ranch house and the Topanga Ranch Motel. The Getty Villa is noted for having a close call with the flames, though its staff and art collections remained safe due to proactive vegetation management.
Southern Pacific Steam Train, Historic Rail Sightings
A historic Southern Pacific steam train featuring antique passenger cars was sighted traveling through Northern California. These vintage locomotives occasionally tour the country for public rides, though local residents often receive little advance notice of their arrival beyond the sound of distinctive steam whistles.
