In pictures: Thousands evacuated as huge wildfire sweeps across California A fast-moving California wildfire, started accidentally by three campers, roared out of control in foothills above Los Angeles destroying five homes and forcing some 3,600 residents to flee. Here: A firefighter calls for more water whilst tackling the blaze at the historic Singer Mansion. The property was built in 1924 for a member of the family who invented the iconic Singer sewing machine.Picture: REX FEATURES