The California Fire Foundation said it is working with local fire departments and community organizations to support impacted residents financially. The group's wildfire and disaster relief fund directly supports victims of blazes and other disasters throughout the state, according to its website.

A number of wildfires are spreading across the Los Angeles area, fuelled by strong winds, engulfing homes, forcing tens of thousands to flee and killing five people. A state of emergency has been declared in California.

Two people are confirmed dead Wednesday and a thousand structures have been destroyed by four southern California wildfires in Los Angeles County as windstorms up to hurricane strength continue to fan the deadly flames.

LOS ANGELES (AP) — The archaic computer dispatch system for the nation’s largest sheriff’s department remained out of commission on Thursday after crashing on New Year’s Eve, forcing deputies to handle all calls by radio, authorities said.

Deputies can once again receive calls for service through their patrol car computers, according to a Friday statement from the department.

Strong Santa Ana winds are fueling multiple wildfires across Southern California, forcing thousands of residents to flee from their homes.

See Photos of Devastating Palisades Fire in California Businesses and homes have been damaged in the Pacific Palisades, with over 1,000 structures destroyed by the Palisades fire, according to LA County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone.

Those looking to assist residents affected by the Los Angeles County firestorm have a number of options to donate money, materials or their time.