Los Angeles wildfires disrupt horse racing community and displace families

Wildfires in Los Angeles are affecting the horse racing community, with many families displaced. Trainer Dan Blacker was evacuated but his home remains intact, while jockey Mario Gutierrez lost his house in the Eaton fire, which burned 1,400 acres. Racing at Santa Anita resumed despite the fires, but weekend races were canceled as parking areas are used for relief efforts. The air quality remains acceptable for racing, and the track is serving as a base for recovery operations. The fires have caused significant destruction, with many homes lost. The racing community is feeling the impact, recalling past tragedies from wildfires, including the 2017 San Luis Rey Downs fire that killed 46 horses.