Phoenix Fire Department says a 45-member team is ready to help combat multiple wildfires that have devastated Southern California.

Phoenix Fire Department crews are on standby to help with the raging inferno in southern California as citizens continue to scramble for safety. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen has more.

PHOENIX — Phoenix Fire is preparing to send Arizona Task Force 1 to assist with rapidly expanding wildfires burning in southern California. RELATED: Arizona firefighters join California's battle as wildfires prompt mass evacuations Phoenix Fire Department shifted its position Wednesday as the fires continued to grow and is now preparing to activate Arizona Task Force 1.

Arizona Task Force 1, which is managed by the Phoenix Fire Department, is ready and waiting to be called upon to assist with relief efforts.