Oprah's mudslide

Oprah has posted two videos on her Instagram to display some of the devastation of the Southern California mudslides that have left 15 people dead.

Heavy rain has caused mudslides in Santa Barbara County, destroying homes in the area. CNN is reporting that 300 people are currently trapped in the Romero Canyon area of Montecito due to the devastation.

Oprah gave fans a first-hand look at some of the damage which has hit her very own backyard.

She posted; “What a day! Praying for our community again in Santa Barbara. Woke up to this blazing gas fire. then swipe left to see how deep the mud is in my backyard. Helicopters rescuing my neighbors. Looking for missing persons. 13 lives lost. #Mudslides.,” 

“Thanks everyone for your prayers and concern. My property is fine.Some mud, and minor damage that pales in comparison to what my neighbours are going thru. #mudslides”

Our thoughts go out to all the families affected!