Among the destroyed structures are the ranch established by comedian Will Rogers and a motel owned by notorious publisher William Randolph Hearst

As residents in the Los Angeles area grapple with the ongoing realities of the devastating wildfires ravaging the densely populated metropolis nestled between the Pacific Ocean and mountain ranges, several iconic landmarks and beloved local institutions have fallen victim to the flames.

The devastating fires raging across much of Southern California this week have caused extreme damage, leveling some of Los Angeles' historic landmarks. Thousands of firefighters continue to battle at least five sprawling wildfires spread around the Los Angeles area,