Gov. Gavin Newsom on Friday issued an emergency proclamation for Calaveras and Tuolumne counties to assist in recovery from the recent TCU Lightning Complex Fires.

The fires burned over 13,000 acres and destroyed or damaged over 100 structures and homes, including 50 homes in the historic town of Chinese Camp.

The emergency proclamation authorizes the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services to provide assistance to Calaveras and Tuolumne counties under the California Disaster Assistance Act, among other provisions.