Signifcant injuries are reported as the Palisades, Eaton and Hurst fires rage over thousands of acres in southern California, leaving schools closed and nearly 400,00 without power

Crews battling multiple wildfires that raged across Los Angeles on Wednesday were up against a near-perfect storm: intense wind, low humidity and, most troubling for residents, inadequate supplies of water to contain the blazes.

The Palisades, Eaton and Hurst fires are threatening homes, as strong winds, low humidity and dry vegetation help the blazes spread, fire officials said.

A person walks down the street surrounded by smoke as powerful winds fueling devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area force people to evacuate, at the Eaton Fire in Altadena, California, U.S. January 8,

Southern California suffered through multiple massive fires, with thousands escaping their homes and two deaths reported. It's expected to get worse.