Watch: California wildfires rage near passing vehicles (opens original article in a new tab)

Wildfires in southern California burned over 2,000 acres, with firefighting efforts underway as vehicles passed near the flames and shelters were set up for displaced residents.

• Wildfires in southern California burned over 2,000 acres
• Aerial footage showed a helicopter trying to extinguish flames near roads with moving vehicles
• Over 40 fire engines and 250 personnel were deployed to fight the blaze