“My heart is with Los Angeles,” the Holy Father comforted those extremely affected by the wildfire the US city of Los Angeles.
His unwavering support for those affected, demonstrated by his message of closeness to LA Archbishop José Gomez and by several appeals made by many residents, was a huge source of consolation. The residents of the well-known Californian city are currently praying especially for Pope Francis and his recovery as he receives treatment for bilateral neumonia at Rome’s Gemelli Hospital.
through a short video released on the archdiocese’s social channels the Archbishop Gomez and the Archdiocese posted a simple call for prayers for Pope Francis during his hospitalization, in continuation prayers for the Holy Father’s health and betterment began to pour in from different corners of the country. The video is called “To Pope Francis with Love.”
Meanwhile, the wildfire occurred in Los Angels is one of the most destructive natural catastrophes in US history, which can become the costliest wildfire occurrence in the nation. It was reported that from January 7 to 31, 2025, a series of 14 destructive wildfires affected the Los Angeles metropolitan area and San Diego County in California, United States.