Fueled by powerful winds and dry conditions, a series of ferocious wildfires erupted the second week of January and roared across the Los Angeles area.

Evacuation orders are in effect near San Diego as at least three fires broke out in northern San Diego County overnight, including the Lilac and Pala fires, which grew to 50 and 30 acres, respectively,

The Pala and Lilac fires ignited early Tuesday in San Diego, Cal Fire said. At least 27 people have died as multiple wildfires, fueled by severe drought conditions and strong winds, rage across Southern California.