The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced changes to the Oscars timeline following the devastating wildfires that have ravaged Los Angeles. In response to the ongoing crisis, the Academy has extended the voting period for Oscar nominations, allowing members more time to participate in the process.

Originally, voting for the nominations was set to close on January 12. However, the deadline has now been pushed to January 14, providing Academy members an additional two days to cast their votes.

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The announcement of the Oscar nominations, which was scheduled for January 17, will now take place on January 19.

In an email sent to members, Academy CEO Bill Kramer expressed condolences for those affected by the fires. “We want to offer our deepest condolences to those who have been impacted by the devastating fires across Southern California,” the email read.

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The message also acknowledged the significant number of industry professionals based in Los Angeles who are personally impacted by the disaster.

The email also outlined other adjustments to the schedule. The International Feature Shortlist Screening, initially set for Wednesday night, has been postponed to later in the week.

Additionally, the in-person Los Angeles Sound Branch Bake-Off and Makeup Artists and Hairstylists Branch Bake-Offs, both scheduled for January 11, have been canceled.

The wildfires in Los Angeles County, driven by powerful winds, have been catastrophic. At least five people have lost their lives, and many others have sustained serious injuries.

The Palisades Fire, which has caused the most destruction in the county’s history, has already claimed over 1,000 structures. The fire is still raging in areas near Malibu and Santa Monica.