Gov. Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency Wednesday in four Southern California counties impacted by massive wildfires.
Newsom's proclamation applies to Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties, battling the Bridge Fire, and Orange and Riverside counties for the Airport Fire.
Over the weekend he proclaimed an emergency for the Line Fire in San Bernardino County.
The state has also already obtained federal assistance for the Line, Bridge and Airport fires.
"California is deploying every available resource to combat these devastating fires, and we'll continue to work in lockstep with federal and local partners in this herculean effort," Newsom said. "We are deeply grateful to all the heroic firefighters and first responders on the ground working 24/7 to keep Californians safe."
A declaration of emergency helps the state mobilize resources more quickly, waive certain regulations to obtain equipment and services, and helps expedite assistance to victims of the fires. It also allows the government to mobilize the National Guard to assist when necessary.