RAGING wildfires are threatening an iconic golf course in Southern California.

Flames are burning through the Palisades and the Los Angeles area as emergency crews work to contain the fires.

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Tens of thousands of Californians have been evacuated from their homes as whipping winds move the wildfires across the area.

As the fires rage, they are rapidly approaching Riviera Country Club.

This course is one of the most historic in the United States and is firmly in the path of the wildfire’s spread.

The club is now in one of the mandatory evacuation zones, emphasizing the threat that it faces.

A firefighter on scene told The U.S. Sun, “There are active fires right now up the road.

“Early in the morning they let people up there, but there is now the issue of smoke inhalation so we’re not letting anybody up.

They added that although the club is not on fire at the moment, the surrounding area is “pretty bad”.

Riviera is the home of the Genesis Invitational, one of the premier PGA Tour events.

If the course is still standing by then, that event is set to be played from February 13 to 16.

Golf fans can’t believe the iconic course is so close to the flames and shared their sadness on social media.

“This just sucks,” one fan said.

“Please no!!!” another fan said.

“Wow. Was there just last week. Can’t believe how fast the fire is moving,” a third fan said.

“Those old trees in the course are going to be toast,” a fourth fan said.

“Golf gods must be angry,” a fifth fan said.

The potential destruction of Riviera is not only notable because of the Genesis Invitational but also because of two much more important events.

In 2028, the Olympics are coming to the United States, and Riviera is meant to host the golf event.

In 2031, the US Open is also slated to be played at Riviera.