Iconic landmarks such as the Hollywood Sign were engulfed in smoke from the LA wildfires. See before and after photos of ...

Firefighters have stopped the deadly flames from damaging the historic Mt. Wilson Observatory and NASA's Jet Propulsion ...

Griffith Observatory sits on the south face of Mount Hollywood and overlooks the Los Angeles basin. Its location gives visitors impressive views of the surrounding area, which many rave about.

The Los Angeles Astronomical Society is hosting a star party that's equipped with professional telescopes at the lawn area in front of the Griffith Observatory's main entrance Jan. 4, for example.

But the Mount Wilson Observatory and the telescope were not damaged, thanks to firefighters' efforts, said L.A. County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone. "No buildings or infrastructure have been damaged ...

But the Mount Wilson Observatory and the telescope were not ... The fire burned in light to medium brush under erratic winds, the Los Angeles Fire Department said. But firefighters quickly gained ...