MUNA told fans they were all unharmed after their tour bus was swallowed by flames in Los Angeles on Monday (19.10.26).
The fire broke out on the 5 Freeway in Burbank, California, just after eight in the morning local time.
Fire crews from the Burbank Fire Department and the California Highway Patrol arrived quickly and brought the blaze under control. Early reports indicated no one was injured, and investigators are looking into how the incident started.
The pop trio MUNA — made up of Katie Gavin, Josette Maskin and Naomi McPherson — shared a photo from KTLA documenting the scene and confirmed they were not hurt.
Although there were no injuries, they did lose personal belongings that could not be salvaged.
They wrote alongside the image on Instagram: “The band MUNA as seen on the news this morning.“Many personal items were lost but we’re all safe, thank goodness.”
With the scare behind them, MUNA remain scheduled to bring their Gets So Hot Tour to the United Kingdom and Europe in November.
They have faced recent difficulties. Naomi McPherson, who plays guitar and sings, sat out the opening dates of the tour to stay with their mother Harriet during her final days.
In an update dated September 15, they explained that Naomi would miss several early North American shows, which began in Philadelphia on September 25. The band said the decision was made so Naomi could stay with Harriet and handle her affairs after her passing.
Lou Roy filled in for Naomi for a handful of performances before they resumed touring.
The group’s statement read: “Tragically, Harriet has been living with an extremely aggressive, terminal form of cancer that has worsened in recent weeks. It now appears her passing will coincide with the start of this headline tour. Naomi has been at home with her for her final days and will remain there after we depart to take care of affairs following Harriet’s passing. It mattered to Naomi that the shows go on, with or without her, and plans have been made to ensure this.”
“When Naomi is able to return to the stage, she will do so with the knowledge that performing is exactly what brought Harriet the most happiness and pride,” the statement continued. “Harriet’s impact on the band, and on us, cannot be overstated.”
While discussing performing without Naomi, the band noted that this could be a way to honor Harriet in the present moment, and they also trust that fans will come together to show support for their most beloved member. “If you’re attending a show Naomi won’t be at and want to send extra love, we’ll have a letter drop at the merch stand.”
MUNA concluded that this is one of the band’s hardest moments, thanking fans for their ongoing support.
