The region northwest of Los Angeles has seen some of California's most destructive fires over the years. The Mountain Fire swiftly grew from less than half a square mile (about 1.2 square kilometers) to more than 16 square miles (41 square kilometers ...

The region northwest of Los Angeles has seen some of California’s most destructive fires over the years. The Mountain Fire swiftly grew from less than half a square mile (about 1.2 square kilometers) to more than 16 square miles (41 square kilometers) in little more than five hours on Wednesday, with gusts topping 61 mph (98 kph).

Over 10,000 people were ordered to evacuate from a wildfire northwest of Los Angeles as fierce seasonal winds blew flames into ranches and neighborhoods, destroying dozens of homes.

Forecasters in California are using some of their strongest language to warn that windy conditions may help fires spread this week.

Thousands of California residents have been forced to flee their homes as a result of a wildfire that started early Wednesday and has since spread to over 30 square miles. Officials said during a press conference on Thursday night that at least 132 structures had been destroyed with another 88