A terrible combination of low humidity, dry vegetation, and high winds had Californians racing to escape multiple massive fires on Friday: the Camp Fire in Northern California has devastated the town of Paradise and killed at least five people, according to police, and meanwhile, one of two ongoing blazes in Southern California has prompted evacuations in Malibu. Truly hellish images and video taken by residents running from the scene are no exaggeration; these wildfires present an ongoing and potentially deadly threat. Those in surrounding areas should stay vigilant and evacuate if so advised.