As multiple wildfires have destroyed thousands of homes in the Los Angeles area, some residents have gone to great lengths — and often great expense — to try to shield their homes from destruction.

Fox News chief correspondent Jonathan Hunt has the latest on the aftermath of the raging flames on 'Special Report.'

Despite the catastrophic damage, all-encompassing stress and unhealthy air quality, many neighbors have stepped up to assist one another.

With strong winds, dry conditions and no immediate end in sight, analysts project total economic losses of $50 billion to $150 billion.