Kelly Stafford, wife of Los Angeles Rams Quarterback Matthew Stafford is praying for weather conditions to calm down as deadly Los Angeles wildfires continue to ravage Southern California.
Kelly shared an aerial view of the devastating wildfires that ravaged the coastal neighborhood of Pacific Palisades in her Instagram Story on Thursday.
Super Bowl champion quarterback Matthew Stafford of the Los Angeles Rams and his wife Kelly pose on the red carpet before the start of the NASCAR Cup Series Wise Power 400 at Auto Club Speedway on February 27, 2022, in Fontana, IN California. (Kvork Djansezian/Getty Images)
In a follow-up post, Kelly shared her shock at the aftermath of the once-quaint neighborhood being devastated by wildfires.
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“I watch this over and over because it doesn’t seem real,” she wrote in her post. “These fires are still raging and firefighters are working around the clock, praying for slower winds and safety.”
Thousands of California residents were displaced after being evacuated as fierce wildfires fueled by powerful Santa Ana winds ravaged Southern California starting Tuesday. At least five people died as fires continued to burn more than 27,000 acres Thursday.
The NFL Shield logo on the field at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood, California on November 25, 2024. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)
Fueled by intense Santa Ana winds, the Eaton Fire grew to more than 10,000 acres and destroyed many homes and businesses. (Justin Sullivan/Getty Images)
NFL announces contingency plan if SOFI Stadium cannot be used for RAMS-VIKINGS playoff game due to wildfires
The NFL is monitoring the situation with the Rams who are scheduled to host the Minnesota Vikings in the wild-card round Monday night at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood. If the stadium cannot be used, the match will be moved to another venue.
“The NFL’s priority is the safety of the Los Angeles community,” the league’s statement said. “We are grateful for the tireless efforts of first responders. Our hearts go out to Los Angeles and everyone affected by the fires.”
The lake at SoFi Stadium in Los Angeles on Wednesday February 9, 2022. (Getty Images)
State Farm Stadium, home of Arizona Cardinals in Glendale, will be the backup venue for the wild-card game.
