Before one of the most destructive fires in California history swept through, the Pacific Palisades neighborhood on Los Angeles' west side was filled with expensive homes fronted by green, well-tended landscaping and popular boutiques and cafes.

Footage of the Palisades Village and Pacific Palisades from March last year show the sunny, easy-going vibe of the upscale shopping outlet and surrounding neighborhood. Ten months later, all that's left are building shells,