The couple met with local Pasadena Mayor Victor Gordo and paid tribute to emergency staff for their response to the fires, in which 16 people have lost their lives so far.
Earlier, the pair shared a statement and encouraged others to open their homes to those affected, writing: “In the last few days, wildfires in Southern California have raged through neighbourhoods and devastated families, homes, schools, medical care centres, and so much more – affecting tens of thousands from all walks of life.
“If a friend, loved one, or pet has to evacuate, and you can offer them a safe haven in your home, please do.”
Harry and Meghan have reportedly given several friends a place to stay in their 16-bedroom home in Montecito.
It comes after PR experts raised questions over the release of Markle’s Netflix series, suggesting it would be “insensitive” to air it amid the disaster.
British brand and culture expert Nick Ede earlier told the Daily Mail that Netflix staff would have to make some “big decisions” about whether to air the show.
“With the show being so centred on California life, Los Angeles and Montecito, providing a glimpse into aspirational and inspirational living, I suspect it will be pulled from its current schedule and delayed for at least a few months.”
With Love, Meghan promises to share “practical how-to’s”, “personal tips and tricks” and “candid conversation with friends” with viewers.
Netflix released a trailer for the series on January 3, offering glimpses of Markle preparing dinner party dishes in the kitchen and hosting celebrity friends from her Suits co-star Abigail Spencer to Mindy Kaling.
