Firefighters say that winds between 20 and 30 mph are blowing through the area as they attempt to quell the flames.

Massive fires continue burning after igniting in the foothills of Pacific Palisades, and Altadena, forcing thousands to evacuate amid a life-threatening and destructive windstorm slamming Southern California.

As of 8 p.m. on Monday, authorities have not disclosed how many acres have been burned by the Auto Fire, but officials are closely monitoring the situation. The fire follows warnings for Angelenos to prepare for the return of Santa Ana winds this week.