At least 24 people have died and 16 remained missing in a set of devastating Southern California wildfires, as firefighters battle the blazes before wind picks up later this week—destroying thousands of structures and leaving behind mountains of debris federal officials have warned will take more than six months to clean up.

The National Weather Service warns to “stay on guard for a fast-moving fire,” as winds may challenge containment efforts. Follow live updates on the Palisades, Eaton and other fires.