Last week, the fire destroyed 185 of his hives throughout the Altadena area, including those at his home. The modest ranch house stood in the middle of an oak tree grove where he and his wife have lived for more than 25 years, running their bee pollinating and honey-making service.

Since the wildfires began, looters have been targeting empty homes. A camera caught looters in an Altadena home.

Enrique Balcazar of Altadena captures video showing devastation in Los Angeles County, saying “God knew what he had to do to protect me.” (Credit: Enrique Balcazar via Storyful)