Dry, hot winds will fan blazes in Los Angeles into midweek — and some forecasts show little relief for the rest of the month — as Southern California struggles with one of the worst starts to a year for wildfires.

As wildfires continue to devastate Los Angeles, leaving thousands displaced and causing widespread destruction, experts urge long-term support and careful giving.

Los Angeles County fires have raged across communities and destroyed more than 27,000 acres and 2,000 homes, businesses and other structures. The fires have displaced thousands of people as they escape the blazes for safety.