Dozens of uncontrolled wildfires are burning across California, forcing tens of thousands of residents to flee their homes. While the threat of additional fires remains high with dry thunderstorms possibly sparking new blazes, hundreds of Red Cross disaster workers have been mobilized to help provide evacuees with safe shelter, food and comfort.
The wildfires that continue to burn across California are leaving extensive burn scars. More than 1,600 homes have been destroyed in these deadly fires.
Well-above average wildfire conditions will continue across the West, according to the latest wildfire seasonal forecast.
The American Red Cross is in wildfire-affected communities across Northern California, providing shelter and comfort to those in need with the help of community partners and volunteers.
Thousands of overnight shelter and hotel stays provided with partners
Over 40,000 meals and snacks served with partners
Over 5,900 individual care contacts made
Over 10,800 relief items distributed
Learn how to get back in touch with family members if you are separated after a disaster or emergency.
Help people affected by the California wildfires.