Experts told NBC News that Southern California and other vulnerable areas need a transformational shift in mindset away from heavy reliance on firefighters to control blazes.

BASE CAMP Dust Mask aids Californians during the Greater Los Angeles wildfires, driven by Santa Ana winds, promoting clean air, safety, and community health. As California faces the devastating impact of the Santa Ana winds starting January 16,

But while the January fires rank as the most destructive in Los Angeles history, they have not been as damaging as others in the Golden State. They are among only some of the worst wildfires California has ever seen.

Residents in the wildfire-ravaged communities of Altadena and Pasadena witnessed flames near the base of a transmission line owned by Southern California Edison.

California's Fair Plan, the state's insurer of last resort, may be unable to pay billions in claims arising from the Los Angeles fires and may require a bailout that could ultimately be paid by homeowners statewide.

The Camp Fire nearly destroyed the entire town of Paradise, California – burning 95% of the area. Since then, most of the town has been rebuilt, and thousands have returned to the city.

Jamie Johnston lived in a mobile home park known as Pacific Palisades Bowl. However, due to the rising cost of living, Johnston had to say goodbye

The scenes from Southern California resonate with survivors of the 2018 Camp Fire, California’s deadliest wildfire, and they are already trying to share what they learned. Hundreds of miles ...

The Eaton Fire, that's devastated the Los Angeles area of Altadena, is now one of the deadliest fires in state history.

Using inmate labor to fight fires has been a practice in California since the 1940s. Where did it start and what do participants actually do and get paid?

The California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation has deployed 931 incarcerated firefighters and 114 support staff through its Fire Camp Program.

data from Cal Fire shows they've quickly become some of the most destructive in California. The 2018 Camp Fire is currently the most destructive wildfire in state history based on the number of ...