See some of the most terrifying and dramatic pictures of California wildfire devastation

Two of the largest fires burning — the Eaton fire in Altadena and Pasadena, and the coastal Palisades fire —remain largely uncontained ahead of windier conditions expected to move.

Aerial firefighters have laid down fire retardant over the mountains, painting the peaks in red lines. Crews from other states, Mexico and Canada have joined in the firefighting effort.

Gov. Gavin Newsom said more than 14,000 personnel are involved in the effort to control the fires.

We take a look at the most dramatic and terrifying photos of the California wildfire devastation.

How to help and stay safe

Resources to help stay safe:
➡️ With fire danger still high, authorities implore you to follow evacuation orders
➡️ What to do — and not do — when you get home after a fire evacuation
➡️ Is smoke in your home? Here's how to make an air purifier from a box fan
➡️Trying to stay safe in a wildfire? There's an app that can help

Ways to support the response and recovery:
➡️ Want to help fire victims? Here's what experts say does the most good and places seeking volunteers
➡️ Wildfire donations and volunteering: How and where to help
➡️ Share: These are the steps fire victims need to take to make an insurance claim

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