Thousands of people across California have been ordered to evacuate as wildfires threaten the region. Among these is the Norte Fire, one of 13 burning across the state, which is being fanned by fierce Santa Ana winds.
In Malibu, the Bryson Fire has triggered evacuations in the beach community. At least one firefighter has been injured as hundreds of personnel scramble to contain the blaze before stronger overnight and Friday winds threaten to spread the flames further.
Meanwhile, a fast-moving fire in San Juan Capistrano in Orange County has burned at least four homes. The blaze prompted evacuations and caused power outages as flames engulfed the residences.
The US National Weather Service has issued a Red Flag Warning for the area through Saturday evening, citing low humidity and high winds that increase the risk of high wildfire activity. Weather conditions are expected to provide little relief over the weekend.