NASCAR legend Clint Bowyer shares horrifying image of Los Angeles wildfire from an airplane - “Scary sight to fly in on”

Clint Bowyer, the NASCAR legend, recently posted an Instagram story of him flying over the Los Angeles wildfire. He showed concern and fear for the people affected by the fire.

Bowyer was born on May 30, 1979 in Emporia, Kansas and made a name for himself because of his aggressive driving and charismatic personality. The 45-year-old won the 2008 NASCAR Xfinity Series championship and racked up 10 career wins in the NASCAR Cup Series. After retirement, Bowyer transitioned into a broadcaster and his charismatic personality made him a successful commentator for NASCAR on Fox. His insights and humor along with his fresh perspective on race coverage have made him a cornerstone on Fox.

The Kansas native recently flew over the Los Angeles wildfire and shared a picture capturing the smoke rising from the calamity.

"Scary sight to fly in on," captioned Bowyer.

Screenshot via Instagram - @clintbowyer

Bowyer, after landing from his airplane, got on his ride to his destination. He posted in continuation:

Screenshot via Clint Bowyer's Instagram - @clintbowyer

The wildfire spread to the outskirts of Los Angeles, covering thousands of acres of area and causing urgent evacuation notices throughout the communities and nearby places. Unstable winds and a dry season kept fueling up the wildfire fire, and fears about air and safety conditions surfaced for the people. Emergency services and evacuation centers were immediately provided for all the people in need of shelter.

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"The nerves were through the roof" - When Clint Bowyer expressed his “unbelievable” feeling of keeping Kyle Busch at bay amid career-first achievement

Clint Bowyer achieved a significant milestone in his NASCAR career by winning the 2018 STP 500 at Martinsville Speedway, marking his first victory at the challenging half-mile track. This win was particularly meaningful for Bowyer, who had not tasted victory since 2012 and was under pressure to validate his position at Stewart-Haas Racing after a winless first year.

Battling against the formidable Kyle Busch, a seasoned champion with over 50 wins, Bowyer described the experience as nerve-wracking yet exhilarating. He expressed his disbelief at successfully keeping Busch at bay during the closing laps, stating:

“To keep Kyle Busch, one of the best in the business, behind you in those closing laps, the nerves were through the roof. It’s unbelievable how it all came true,” said Clint Bowyer via Jayski.

This victory not only quenched his long-standing thirst for a win, but also solidified his reputation in the competitive world of NASCAR.

Following the race, Busch acknowledged Bowyer's superior performance, noting that Bowyer was able to maintain a better track position throughout the race.

Busch, who finished second, praised Bowyer's strategy and execution, stating that Bowyer was able to save his tires effectively, which allowed him to gain an edge. The race featured multiple pit stops and strategic maneuvers, making it crucial for drivers to manage their resources wisely.