At least 16 people have died across the Los Angeles area in the wildfires. Officials have said the true death toll is not known as the fires continue to burn.

Texas coach Steve Sarkisian, a California native, has offered thoughts and prayers for everyone affected by the ongoing wildfires in the greater Los Angeles area, and for those impacted by a deadly terror attack in New Orleans on New Year’s Day.

During comments to the media this week, #Chiefs HC Andy Reid made it clear that he is praying for the victims of the wildfires in California.

Pope Francis is praying for victims and rescuers trying to control the wildfires in California that have killed at least 11 people and destroyed thousands of homes, the Vatican said on Saturday. "His Holiness Pope Francis assures you and the community affected by this tragedy of his spiritual closeness,

At least 16 people are reported to have died and over 150,000 residents have been forced to flee in the wake of raging wildfires in the Los Angeles region, as firefighters have struggled to contain several blazes that continue to be fanned by strong winds.

The Catholic church’s leader shared prayers and condolences for the victims as well as support for first responders

KCAL Cares and the American Red Cross have partnered to support our communities in crisis. Here's how you can help those affected by the fires.