Los Angeles without palm trees? After the recent wildfires, some say it’s too risky to keep as many of these stars of the L.A. skyline around.

Along the iconic Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, palm trees line both sides of the roadway. They tower above the tourists and traffic, synonymous with Los Angeles in the minds of visitors.

The streets of Hollywood are lined with palm trees and movie history: this is the film capital of the world. An estimated 50 million visitors come to Los Angeles a year, with many flocking to ...

Three highly attractive palms are generally considered fire-safe as long as their dry fronds are removed in a timely manner.