Dick Van Dyke narrowly escapes deadly Malibu wildfire

A legendary film and television actor, Dick Van Dyke, recently had a narrow escape from a rapidly advancing wildfire in Malibu, California. The Franklin Fire, which began sweeping through the coastal community on December 9, placed around 20,000 residents under evacuation orders as it scorched more than 4,000 acres of land. Van Dyke found himself battling the flames as he attempted to use a fire hose to protect his property. However, he quickly realized that the situation was overwhelming and exhausting. During his struggle, some of his neighbors and good Samaritans noticed his distress and rushed to assist him. In a heartfelt interview with KABC, Van Dyke recounted his almost perilous scenario, explaining how he was physically exhausted and unable to stand once the group arrived. They not only helped carry him to safety but also worked together to extinguish a fire that had ignited near his guest house. Reflecting on this traumatic experience, Van Dyke expressed immense gratitude to those who came to his aid, stating that they saved both his house and his life. He also shared an emotional moment concerning his beloved cat, Bobo, who had gone missing during the chaos of the fire but was ultimately found safe afterward. Aside from recounting the harrowing experience, Van Dyke also took the opportunity to discuss his recent 99th birthday, during which he humorously acknowledged that he has never met anyone else of that age. He shared his belief that a positive attitude is vital for longevity, stating that