The wildfires that raged through Southern California last month caused massive destruction, with thousands of homes and buildings destroyed and damage estimates ranging from $250 billion to $275 billion.

In many cases, evacuees were forced to abandon cars, sometimes in the middle of streets. In all, up to 6,300 vehicles were destroyed in Los Angeles, Malibu and Altadena, according to data from CARFAX.

In a news release, CARFAX said the Palisades, Hurst and Eaton fires left metal parts from deserted cars melted into the ground, and news reports showed first responders bulldozing vehicles off the streets to create a clear path for emergency vehicles.

“It’s heart-wrenching to witness the scale of destruction in California,” CARFAX editor-in-chief Patrick Olsen said, “and it’s difficult to even begin thinking about replacing what’s been lost.”

The company warned the urgent need to replace so many lost vehicles could combine with other economic factors to lead to a spike in car prices on the West Coast, especially in Los Angeles, the nation’s second-largest car market behind New York, as people return to their homes

CARFAX said its staff members have donated to area relief efforts, reflecting “our commitment to the community and a heartfelt desire to supporting ongoing recovery efforts.”

“It’s heartwarming to see our teams come together to support the relief efforts in California,” said director of business development Laura Hutchinson, who contributed. “Our thoughts are with everyone affected, and we hope for a rapid and resilient recovery.”