Tens of thousands of Californians forced in recent years to live without a safety net

Known for its serene landscapes, the affected region has been transformed into a fiery battleground as emergency crews struggle to contain the blaze.  

For residents of this devastated Los Angeles suburb, the arrival of these men in uniform is too little, too late

Ten people dead, 10,000 buildings destroyed, 180,000 people evacuated, $150 billion in damage.