Thousands of people have been displaced since wildfires sparked in Southern California, and some of them have roots in Oklahoma.

Firefighters in California face severe challenges as high winds and low humidity exacerbate wildfire conditions.

WICHITA, Kan. (KSNW) – The American Red Cross sent five volunteers from Kansas and two from Oklahoma to southern California to help wildfire evacuees and survivors. The volunteers left Friday and are staying for two weeks. They are focusing on feeding people in shelters.

California wildfires force mass evacuations and destroy over 10,000 structures, including Will Rogers' historic ranch, a vital piece of Oklahoma history.

Fires across the Los Angeles area have killed at least 24 people, destroyed more than 12,000 structures and scorched more than 60 square miles. The largest by far — the Palisades and Eaton wildfires — continue to burn in Southern California,