A city of dreams, now cloaked in despair,  
Flames dance like devils, consuming the air.  
Once vibrant streets, where laughter would ring,  
Now echo with silence, a sorrowful sting.  

The sun, a distant memory behind smoky veils,  
As ash falls like snow, telling haunting tales.  
Homes turned to embers, hopes turned to dust,  
In the face of such fury, we gather in trust.  

Brave souls emerge, with courage untold,  
Firefighters and neighbors, their hearts brave and bold.  
Together they battle the inferno's cruel might,  
As the city unites, fighting back the night.  

From the ashes, we rise, though the scars may remain,  
In the heart of this chaos, resilience will reign.  
For Los Angeles, strong, will rebuild and restore,  
A testament to spirit, forever to soar.
Written by steve grayson edited by frances kavanagh