On February 13, 1991, the Oakland Hills Firestorm ravaged the hills of Oakland, California, causing widespread destruction. The fire, fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, destroyed over 3,000 homes, making it one of the most devastating wildfires in U.S. history. The blaze took the lives of 25 people and left thousands of others displaced. Despite the efforts of firefighters, the firestorm spread quickly due to the areas steep terrain and dense vegetation. The tragedy led to the implementation of new fire safety measures and urban planning regulations in wildfire-prone areas.