LA wildfires still causing chaos

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More than 1,000 firefighters are still battling three huge wildfires that are causing chaos in southern California.

The fires, to the north, north-west and south of Los Angeles in America are said to be the worst in the area for more than 40 years.

About 50,000 people have had to leave their homes and hundreds of houses and buildings have been destroyed.

A state of emergency has been declared in four areas, but calmer winds are now helping crews to contain the flames.

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Hundreds of fire fighters are battling each of the blazes

The state of emergency means officials can get more help to tackle the blazes and help those who've had to leave home.

About 1,031 firefighters, 211 fire engines, 12 helicopters and 15 bulldozers are all working to keep the flames away from other built-up areas.

So far, at least 11 people have been injured but no deaths have been reported.

Big problem

The man in charge of the state, California Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger, visited the area on Sunday and said it had been "a very tough few days".

Wildfires are a big problem in southern California at this time of year as warm, desert winds blow into the area drying out plants and making it easier for fires to start and spread quickly.