The two fires sparked on Jan. 7 during a historic wind event and swept through the Pacific Palisades and Altadena, killing at least 29, burning over 37,000 acres, or 57.8 square miles, and leaving destroyed homes and livelihoods in their wake.

A 525-pound black bear sought refuge under a house in Altadena during the January wildfires. Identified as Barry by locals, the bear was safely lured

A massive black bear was found living in the Altadena home of a family who returned after being forced to evacuate due to the Los Angeles fires in January.

Wildlife officials found that the massive was too large to be tranquilized and resorted to placing treats inside a bear trap to help lure him out