Wind-driven flames are pushing through the greater Los Angeles area, forcing residents to flee their homes by the tens of thousands. At least five major wildfires present an unprecedented disaster for rescue and relief officials,

A new task force focused on fighting crimes related to the devastating Los Angeles wildfires was announced Thursday as residents work to recover and rebuild. The Joint Regional Fire Crimes Task Force is comprised of federal and local law enforcement agencies that will investigate fire-related crimes and prosecute those seeking to exploit the wildfire crisis,