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Most victims died in the Camp Fire, many in the town of Paradise. The town, with a population of 27,000 was destroyed by the fire. The Woolsey Fire, near Malibu, has claimed two victims.
2018 has seen multiple wildfires in California including the Panoche, Klamathon, Ferguson, Carr, and Mendocino fires. 15 people lost their lives from those fires.
The Camp Fire is one of the most destructive ever in California history with over 6,000 people losing their homes. The Woolsey Fire has also destroyed many structures including the homes of musician Neil Young and actor Gerard Butler.
Dry hot weather and Santa Ana winds that are conducive to fire development are expected to last through the week. Around 150,000 California residents are under an evacuation order.
Many firefighters and police officers who lost their homes in the fire continue to battle the blazes on the front lines.
Colusa Police Sgt. Jarrod Hughes told KTXL that his Paradise home had been destroyed but he was still going out there to fight the Camp Fire.
"It's my community, it's where I grew up. It's something I absolutely had to do," Hughes said. "There was no question about it. It was get my family to safety so I can get in and get back up there and help everybody else."
There are at least 100 people who are missing but officials are hoping that they left to stay with relatives or went to a shelter.
We invite you to share condolences for victims of the California Wildfires in our Guest Book.
More coverage from the San Francisco Gate.
A list of ways you can help the California wildfire victims from CNN.
72 Entries
September 21, 2019
God is a God of all Comfort and he will Comfort the Family's...My heartfelt sympathy goes out to the Family's..
N M
December 17, 2018
My thoughts and prayers go out to to the family and friends of the victims. May our Father in the Heavens and our Lord Jesus Christ comfort and strengthen you during this difficult time. 2 Thessalonians 2:16, 17
December 1, 2018
My deepest condolences to the families, May the God of all comfront be with you always. Ps 83:18
Minns Family
November 30, 2018
I am deeply saddened by the loss that you and your family have encountered . My condolences and may God comfort you at this difficult time
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November 30, 2018
So many lost their lives trying to save lives and will be remember for it and I give all my love to their families and loved ones who mourn.
J S
November 27, 2018
Very sad to know of all those who lost lives in these disastrous fires. But at least our brothers and sisters are in God's book of remembrance and that we will see them again.
My sympathy goes out to their family and friends
Joan Beach
November 25, 2018
Renee
November 24, 2018
It is devastating to lose your home but even more so to lose loved ones in death. Our condolences to the families and friends who have lost both. Almighty God will comfort you during this time of loss, as you beseech Him.
A Caring Neighbor
November 22, 2018
My heartfelt condolences and prayers. May God provide comfort and strength during this most challenging time Isaiah 63:9 ~ With Love
Ms. Sowell
November 22, 2018
During this difficult time please know others care. Please accept my sincere condolences.
November 21, 2018
My thoughts and prayers for all the families who have lost loved ones in this horrific fire that has devastated california. North and south
A Caring Neighbor
November 21, 2018
My heartfelt condolences and prayers. May God provide comfort and strength during this most challenging time. I am so sorry for your loss. With Love
cdp
November 21, 2018
My condolences to the families and friends who lost loved ones in the California wildfires. May the one of great empathy be of comfort to you. Isa. 51:12
Wilma
November 19, 2018
May the hearer of our prayers grant you strength from above
We are praying for you
We all pray and wait for the time when these things will not happen
When our Heavenly Father promises of peace and prosperity will be abundant
When we all will embrace the love of God
When he will satisfy all our desires
Promises that will be abundant
God will open his hands and fill every desire Psalms 145:16
Promises that will come true
Wanda Sallinen
November 19, 2018
Sending prayers and my condolences to all the people impacted by these horrible fires. I'm hoping all the missing people and animals are safe somewhere. Lord please help all those people and animals
Judy Kelley
November 18, 2018
We are so very sorry for all you have lost, especially family, friends and pets.
Sharon Held
November 18, 2018
My heart ♥ breaks for all those people who are without a home Rip and prayers for those who have lost their loved ones may they be remembered always.
Anne
November 18, 2018
My heart breaks for those who were unable to escape these fires and for their families and friends who are trying to cope with this disaster and their terrible loss. Also for those who are still searching for their friend or family member. I pray that you will find them well. I pray that God will bring comfort to those people who are hurting and let you know that we care.
Karen Ohara
November 17, 2018
Rip to all the homeless people that have no where to go are they lost there homes are the people that have parishes in death. You have my sympathy and condolences. May God be with all of you
Pamela Nikolett P. Rizzoli, J. D.
November 17, 2018
God Bless all the dear victims of this senseless tragedy...
Johnnie Brown
November 17, 2018
My heartfelt condolences to those who lives were loss.
I'm with compassion for those who home was destroyed.
He heals the brokenhearted;
He binds up their wounds.
PSALMS:147;3. (NWT)
Sharlene Milliman
November 17, 2018
I am very sorry for California's loss and the families and friends of the victims.
I have been to California delivering goods to several town's driving semi and have been in paradise several times and met alot of people who were very nice and helpful although I didn't know them personally my heart aches I wish I could help but I can't so I will share this and pray for you all.
November 16, 2018
My condolences to the family of the victims who not only lost their lives but home. Every happy memory is something we can remember and cherish. Let the God of all comfort help you guys in this difficult times because he definitely cares and listens to our cry. (Psalm 13:15)
Juanita Thomas
November 16, 2018
My heart goes out to each of you. Words cannot express the hurt I feel, I don't know you, but I know that God knows you and He will always be there. I know we have many questions, still my prayers are with you and the families. I pray peace and comfort, peace that can only come from GOD and not man.
All My condolences, with ALL of my heart.
November 16, 2018
My sincere condolence .the pain and sorrow we feel when our love ones passes can be over welming at such time it is comforting to meditate on GoD's promise at Isa.41:13
Jerry LaMore
November 16, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
K. T.
November 16, 2018
This fire is so devastating to the victims and I am so sorry for their great loss. I pray that the courageous fire fighters will be able to put these fires out soon. My condolences to the deceased families. Ec.9:11
Kathleen Gleason
November 16, 2018
I would like to send my deepest sympathy to all who have lost family members in this horrible FIRE and to those who made it out but have lost everything may you be blessed in you recoceries
I had a great Uncle who many years ago @ 30's lived in Paradise and was a fireman who lost his life fighting a fire there. God's blessings on all
Peter F J Lieggi
November 15, 2018
MY deepest sympathy, my deepest tears at my California brothers and sisters. we are Americans we will persevere and overcome. We will rebuild and move forward with the blessings of Divine Providence we will be strong again!
Pete Lieggi
November 15, 2018
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
MR. & MRS. CHARLES G TURNER, SR & FAMILY
November 15, 2018
Suddenly Our Lives Can Change
By: Charles G. Turner, Sr.
In a matter of seconds life can change
And for us it is natural to feel unusual and strange
But no matter what we have to do
God will see us through
In natural disasters some will survive
Others will struggle and try to stay alive
With help from friends and neighbors
We use the strength that the Lord provides
Through guidance and strong determination
We all manage to come together
And save our communities, city, country or a nation
Material things shouldn't matter
Life is the important thing on our mind and on God's platter
Again people survive while
Others try but don't make it out alive
Families lose love ones and see them depart
Which is a big hurt to the heart
For those of us that can provide
We come together with the essentials
To help each other cope, and stay alive
Life is uncertain when disaster happens
It is up to us to help others by being strong enough to strive
By coming together and keeping hope alive
Each night or day as we pray
God will help us see the way
November 15, 2018
I would like to express my deepest sympathies for the families that lost their loved ones in the fires. May you find comfort and help in God during this time of mourning.
(Psalms 86:17)
November 15, 2018
I am very for your loss. God shares your grief and wants to comfort you and all those who are mourning for this precious family member. Isaiah 57:18
November 15, 2018
I'm truly sorry for the Victim's Families. May there be comfort in knowing that God cares for you. 1 Peter 5:6,7.
S.W.
Farewell
David
November 14, 2018
Peace, Love and Understanding.
Kandy
November 14, 2018
This is such a tragic event I pray for the victims and there families continually......
Deborah
November 14, 2018
People around the world have the victims of this fire in their hearts and prayers. May the family and friends of the victims be reassured in knowing that according to James1:13, For with evil things God cannot be tried nor does he himself try anyone So he is never the cause of human suffering. May he as the God of all comfort provide relief for your anxious hearts.
Our hearts break for each and everyone of you.
Sonya
November 14, 2018
I am heartbroken to hear of the lives tragically lost as a result of the California Wildfires. My sincere condolences go to the families and dear friends of the victims. May you be consoled by knowing that God has the power to bind up the broken hearted and to comfort all who mourn.
Isaiah 61:1, 2
Joyce Shaxted
November 14, 2018
All our thoughts and prayers are with you, can't believe what we are seeing here in the UK , keep strong and hold onto all the good memories and each other. May the good Lord bless all who have gone Above to be with Him , with our Heartfelt Love to you all.
Barbara Lincoln
November 13, 2018
May the wonder of peace be kind; a deep ache,in many cares, of your loss of precious ones. I am humbled.
Leslyn Lloyd
November 13, 2018
My thoughts and prayer are with all of you .
D. G.
November 13, 2018
I am so sad because of this horrendous tragedy and the death toll. I will keep praying that no more lives are lost.
November 13, 2018
So many prayers being said for all of you. Every day, from every state.
Glen James Hausfeld
November 13, 2018
Peace so many times over.
Cole Family
November 13, 2018
Our heartfelt prayers are for the residents affected by this terrible tragedy. To those who have loss loved ones, we mourn with you. Please know that God cares for you deeply. His arms are wide open, ready to comfort and support you during this time of distress. We will continue to pray with you and for your relief.
Isaiah 63:9
CF
November 13, 2018
May the God of all peace bring comfort to the victims families and friends of the California Wildfire at this difficult time.
Sandra J.
November 13, 2018
Please accept my sincere condolences to all of the families affected by this tragedy. To those who lost love ones, hold on to those precious memories and moments - let them fortify you and allow the God of peace to give you comfort as there is much healing ahead for you.
Franklin family
November 13, 2018
May the God of comfort be with you and your loving families and friends during these difficult times. We all yearn for better conditions, but it's comforting to know that Our God his word speaks of a time when all sorrow will be gone and that mankind will live in beautiful surroundings with nothing to fear. Isaiah 65:17,21-24.
R R
November 13, 2018
I am so sorry for your loss,
May you be comforted in the hope that God will wipe out all tears from our eyes.
He will wipe out death forever.
Dar H
November 13, 2018
I am looking at this on my local news
it is so horrible to hear the loss of
life and the loss of peoples livelihood.
May our Creator comfort the grieving
hearts of the family and friends who
are struggling with their loss.
My deepest sympathy.
Martha Mooney
November 13, 2018
My heart breaks for all the victims & others affected by the wildfires! May God comfort all those in need. Praying!
Yvonne
November 13, 2018
Sincerest condolences to the families who have suffered losses in the wildfires in California. Praying for you all.
Ana Pittelli
November 13, 2018
May God Bless each and every soul and comfort their loved ones
November 13, 2018
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Sheila
November 13, 2018
Many prayers for all the victims.
November 12, 2018
Sending my thoughts, prayers and condolences to the victims loved ones. James 1:13 tells us With evil things God cannot be tried, nor does he himself try anyone . I hope that you all may find some comfort in everyone's thoughts and prayers. My heart goes out to you all.
S.A.
November 12, 2018
May God Bless each and every soul and comfort their loved ones
Jennifer Frenkil
November 12, 2018
This is totally tragic to keep occurring, out in
California ! May all those affected feel comfort that Heaven has gained new Angels !
Those affected families, find peace that one day, each family member shall be reunited in Heaven again.
God Bless You Paradise, CA !
J B
November 12, 2018
My deepest sympathy to the Victims and their family ,may the God of All Comfort,be Comforting to All in their time of distress. I am truly sorry.
Scott Chamberland
November 12, 2018
Please accept my Deepest Sympathies
Stephanie Schell
November 12, 2018
May a light guide you during this disaster.
Stephanie Schell
November 12, 2018
Sorry to hear of this disaster.
Linda Sutton/Brewer
November 12, 2018
My heart & thought go out to all Victims in California esp the Camp fire in Paradise California , which is my honetown & have many many friends there I pray for those who lost their life or family in fire I will continue to lift u up in prayer
November 12, 2018
Prayers ~
November 12, 2018
so sorry for what every body going threw
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