A chilling message of crisis has emerged from the ashes of a recent wildfire in the Los Angeles area near a shipping port. Social media users have been captivated by the words “Help” and “Tráfico” visible across the scorched earth on Google Earth satellite imagery, serving as a poignant reminder of the fire-filled devastation .
The words “LAPD,” ​​”Federal,” and “Tráfico” can be seen written among the debris in images circulating online.
Officials have not yet commented on the images, but several theories have emerged. While some believe it may be a prank by children, others suggest it may be a desperate cry for help from someone affected by the wildfires. One user speculated that it could also be linked to human trafficking, with the message being used to solicit assistance with victims.
“This disturbing message was seen on Google Maps in Los Angeles, California, with the words ‘Help’ and ‘Tráfico’ written in debris, which is surrounded by shipping containers. It has been confirmed that the adjacent lot There is a shipping yard, which creates fear. This could be tied to human trafficking or something worse,” one user wrote on X, sharing views of the location near North Mission Road in Los Angeles.
🔥🚨Breaking News: This disturbing message was seen on Google Maps in Los Angeles, California, with the words “help” and “traffic” written in debris surrounded by shipping containers. It has been confirmed that the lot next to this location is a shipping yard that… pic.twitter.com/swvbnsogxu
– Dom Lucre | breaker of legends (@dom_lucre) January 26, 2025
Meanwhile, Los Angeles County crews have spent the past week removing vegetation, strengthening roads and stabilizing slopes in areas devastated by the Palisades and Eaton fires. These wildfires, fueled by powerful winds, reduced entire neighborhoods to ashes on January 7.
The Palisades Fire, the largest of the blazes, destroyed thousands of homes and claimed at least 11 lives. As of Sunday, it was 90% contained. The Eaton Fire, which broke out near Altadena and killed at least 16 people, was 98% contained.
(TagstoTranslate) ‘Help’ Sign Found near Los Angeles (T) Los Angeles Shipping Yard (T) Google Earth