Prince Harry and Meghan Markle visit LA fire victims and first responders

nypost.com:

the LA fires along with first responders who have been on the frontlines as blazes tore through Southern California this week.The Duke and Duchess of Sussex visited the Pasadena Convention Center on Friday, which has become an evacuation site for victims of the Eaton fire in nearby Altadena.

The Post understands it was not a planned press visit but rather an effort to make a meaningful difference in their community while trying to avoid causing disruption.

Meghan, 43, and Harry, 40, wore baseball hats as they tried to maintain a low profile, with Markle opting for a blue LA Dodgers cap (the former “Suits” star grew up in the Los Feliz neighborhood of LA) and Harry choosing a black “Cali” hat from Los Angeles-based brand James Perse.Sources told The Post that the Duke and Duchess were focused on supporting and helping both physically and emotionally without causing chaos.

The couple heard harrowing stories but also witnessed strong community spirit, insiders revealed.Having previously made monetary donations to the relief efforts via their Archewell Foundation, Meghan and Harry donated clothing, children’s items, and other essential supplies to the main donation center on Friday.The pair began their visit by serving meals alongside volunteers from chef Jose Andrés’ World Central Kitchen (WCK) outside the Convention Center, accompanied by the First Partner of California, Jennifer Siebel Newsom.