The couple has roots in North Texas. Dallas Fire Rescue is sending firefighters to help battle the wildfires. A couple who grew up in North Texas is picking up the pieces after losing their home to the California wildfires. Christopher and Lauren Fordinal and their two kids rushed to evacuate as fire crept up on their Altadena, California home.

"Texans know all too well the devastation wildfires can cause to our communities, and our country is stronger when we come together in times of crisis," Abbott said.