The fires in California are continuing to burn out of control. Sadly, two brave firefighters have lost their lives. In fact, the fire is only a few miles from my house, and a FEW HOUSES from a friend of mine. Which thankfully, firefighters are keeping it under control at the moment. (Big hug girl)

It is threatening homes in La Canada, Flintridge, Pasadena, Glendale and Mt. Wilson. Currently, over 10,000 homes are in danger and it’s only 5% under control.

ABC Reports:

The menace of the rampaging fires was starkly illustrated Sunday by the death of two firefighters who were battling the blazes. The firefighters, Capt. Tedmund Hall, 47, and Spc. Arnaldo “Arnie” Quinones, 35, were killed when their vehicle tumbled down the side of a mountain on the northwestern front of the fires. Along this front, one fire, known as the Station Fire, has already burned more than 20,000 acres, according to Gov. Schwarzenegger’s office.

“We ask for your understanding, for your patience as we move through this difficult time, and please, prayers for the families of our two brothers that we lost,” Los Angeles County Deputy Fire Chief Mike Bryant said tearfully at a news conference Sunday night. Thirteen other firefighters have been injured, the governor’s office reported Sunday.

At least 18 homes were completely destroyed by the Station Fire. Another fire in Auburn, Calif., claimed an entire block where resident Kenny James lived.

Thoughts and prayers go out to the firefighters and families who are risking their lives to save others.  Also, to the families who are in harms way.