Around 300,000 told to fleeFirefighters — who lost valuable time trying to persuade stubborn homeowners to leave — had their work cut out for them as winds gusting to 70 mph scattered embers onto dry brush, spawning spot fires. California officials pleaded for help from fire departments in other states.
"A lot of people are going to lose their homes today," San Diego Fire Capt. Lisa Blake predicted earlier.
At least 14 fires were burning in Southern California, said Patti Roberts, a spokeswoman for the Governor's Office of Emergency Services.
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