Terrified residents caught in blazing neighbourhoods, influencers ignoring the ban on drones and the frightening unpredictability of the wildfires are just some of what journalists covering the fires ravaging Los Angeles for AFP have had to manage.

A former late-night talk show host was spotted serving meals to firefighters who have been busy battling the ongoing wildfires in the Los Angeles area.

Comedian and gearhead Jay Leno had nothing but positive praise for Los Angeles Fire Department in a recent interview. Amidst the wildfires and high winds in the City of Angels, the celebrity said they’re the best fire department in the world considering the difficult and downright deadly conditions they’re managing.