Calmer weather helps contain Oakland, California, fire that forced evacuations
2 months ago

Calmer weather helps contain Oakland, California, fire that forced evacuations

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Southern California forecast of cool temps, calm winds to help firefighters battle Malibu blaze
1 week, 4 days ago

Southern California forecast of cool temps, calm winds to help firefighters battle Malibu blaze

The Independent  

The latest headlines from our reporters across the US sent straight to your inbox each weekday Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US Your briefing on the latest headlines from across the US SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. The weather improved so much Wednesday that meteorologists …

Southern California forecast of cool temps, calm winds to help firefighters battle Malibu blaze
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1 week, 4 days ago

Southern California forecast of cool temps, calm winds to help firefighters battle Malibu blaze

Associated Press  

MALIBU, Calif. — Cooler temperatures, calmer winds and a chance of rainfall in Southern California this week are forecast to help firefighters as they battle a wind-driven blaze in steep, rugged terrain that’s driven thousands, including celebrities, from their homes in Malibu. The weather improved so much Wednesday that meteorologists said all red flag warnings, which indicate conditions for high …

Celebrities and coastal residents flee from wind-driven wildfire in Malibu
1 week, 6 days ago

Celebrities and coastal residents flee from wind-driven wildfire in Malibu

Associated Press  

MALIBU, Calif. — Evacuation orders and warnings have gone out to 20,000 Southern California residents Tuesday as firefighters battled a wind-driven wildfire in Malibu that burned near celebrities’ seaside mansions, horse farms and Pepperdine University, the sheriff’s department said. The “stubborn fire” is 0% contained and has drawn some 1,500 firefighters, Los Angeles County Fire Department Chief Anthony C. Marrone …

Storm lashes Northern California after leaving thousands without power in Seattle
1 month ago

Storm lashes Northern California after leaving thousands without power in Seattle

NPR  

Storm lashes Northern California after leaving thousands without power in Seattle toggle caption Noah Berger/AP HEALDSBURG, Calif. — Heavy downpours fell over much of Northern California on Friday, causing small landslides, overflowing a river and flooding some streets, including in parts of San Francisco. The storm arrived in the Pacific Northwest earlier this week, killing two people and knocking out …

Firefighters gain control over California wildfire, 100 structures destroyed
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1 month, 1 week ago

Firefighters gain control over California wildfire, 100 structures destroyed

India Today  

Southern California firefighters gained ground Saturday on a wildfire that has ravaged more than 100 structures as gusty winds subsided with favourable weather conditions expected through the weekend. Evacuation orders were downgraded to warnings for residents in several areas of Ventura County, where the Mountain Fire held at around 32 square miles and was 21 per cent contained, authorities said. …

Firefighters advance on destructive blaze in California, aided by slower winds
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Firefighters advance on destructive blaze in California, aided by slower winds

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Southern California firefighters gained ground Saturday on a wildfire that has ravaged more than 100 structures as gusty winds subsided with favorable weather conditions expected through the weekend. Evacuation orders were downgraded to warnings for residents in several areas of Ventura County, where the Mountain Fire held at around 32 square miles and was 21% contained, authorities …

AP photos show the terror of Southern California wildfires and the crushing aftermath
1 month, 2 weeks ago

AP photos show the terror of Southern California wildfires and the crushing aftermath

Associated Press  

Before the wildfire comes a decision: what to save. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print A home destroyed by the Mountain Fire is reflected in a swimming pool in Camarillo, Calif., Nov. 8, 2024. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print Flames consume a home as the …

California wildfires destroy more than 130 homes as governor declares state of emergency
1 month, 2 weeks ago

California wildfires destroy more than 130 homes as governor declares state of emergency

ABC  

More than 130 homes are now known to have been destroyed by a raging wildfire burning outside Los Angeles, as a break in the weather on Friday gave firefighters a chance to tame the blaze. Threat to critical infrastructure Authorities said on Thursday that initial inspections revealed at least 132 homes had been lost, with 88 others damaged. Gusts of …

Favorable weather assists firefighters in battling the devastating Mountain fire
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Favorable weather assists firefighters in battling the devastating Mountain fire

LA Times  

Favorable weather conditions helped thousands of firefighters get the upper hand Saturday on the devastating Mountain fire that has scorched some 20,640 acres, destroyed more than 130 homes and damaged nearly 90 others — while upending the lives of Ventura County residents. The blaze started shortly before 9 a.m. Wednesday morning in a remote area near Bradley and Balcom Canyon …

Over 130 homes lost in California wildfire: officials
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Over 130 homes lost in California wildfire: officials

Deccan Chronicle  

CAMARILLO:More than 130 homes are now known to have been destroyed by a raging wildfire burning outside Los Angeles, as a break in the weather Friday gave firefighters a chance to tame the blaze. - 'Threat to critical infrastructure - ====================================== Authorities said Thursday that initial inspections revealed at least 132 homes had been lost, with 88 more damaged. The …

Wildfire near Los Angeles rages on after 10,000 evacuate, over 130 structures lost
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Wildfire near Los Angeles rages on after 10,000 evacuate, over 130 structures lost

Hindustan Times  

After forcing thousands of Californians to evacuate and burning more than 100 structures, a stubborn wildfire northwest of Los Angeles on Friday challenged firefighting crews working to snuff it out even as fierce winds in the area calmed. Remains of a house destroyed by the Mountain Fire, fueled by strong Santa Ana winds, are seen in Camarillo, California, on November …

Thousands told to flee wildfire near Los Angeles
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Thousands told to flee wildfire near Los Angeles

Raw Story  

Thousands of people were urged to flee an out-of-control wildfire burning around communities near Los Angeles on Thursday, with scores of homes already lost to the fast-moving flames. - Winds to abate - Ventura County Fire Department officials said they were throwing resources at the blaze in an area that is home to 30,000 people, but that changing wind patterns …

Southern California firefighters gain ground over wildfire thanks to decreased winds
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Southern California firefighters gain ground over wildfire thanks to decreased winds

Associated Press  

CAMARILLO, Calif. — Southern California firefighters gained ground Friday against a wildfire that has destroyed at least 132 structures, mostly houses, as favorable conditions were expected to continue through the weekend after two days of dangerous gusty winds. “I don’t know what we’ll do.” Over three days, thousands of people were under evacuation orders as the fire threatened about 3,500 …

Southern California wildfire destroys 132 structures as officials look for fierce winds to subside
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Southern California wildfire destroys 132 structures as officials look for fierce winds to subside

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'All gone': Thousands told to evacuate as wildfire nears Los Angeles
1 month, 2 weeks ago

'All gone': Thousands told to evacuate as wildfire nears Los Angeles

Firstpost  

Fierce seasonal winds were casting embers up to three miles from the seat of the fire around Camarillo, with new spots burning on hillsides, farmland and in residential areas Inhabitants on dirt bikes look at the Mountain Fire’s plume and fire helicopters as it scorches acres, the wildfire fueled by strong Santa Ana winds, in Santa Paula, California, on November …

A wildfire fueled by strong winds has devastated Southern California, thousands evacuated
1 month, 2 weeks ago

A wildfire fueled by strong winds has devastated Southern California, thousands evacuated

Hindustan Times  

A fast-moving wildfire fueled by heavy winds was tearing through a community northwest of Los Angeles for a second day Thursday after destroying dozens of homes and forcing thousands of residents to flee when it exploded in size in only a few hours. Red Flag warnings issued as SoCal braces for ‘extreme and life-threatening’ fire behaviour Officials in several Southern …

Terrifying images show wildfire ravaging million-dollar California homes as thousands evacuate
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Terrifying images show wildfire ravaging million-dollar California homes as thousands evacuate

Daily Mail  

Powerful winds that fed into a fast-moving California wildfire have led to the evacuation of thousands as images show fierce flames ravaging homes. A mountain fire that was engulfed by powerful winds in California engulfed houses around Camarillo Over 14,000 people were contacted and urged to evacuate as live coal sp In a news conference Wednesday afternoon, Trevor Johnson, the …

3,500 homes under threat as Ventura County fire burns through neighborhoods
1 month, 2 weeks ago

3,500 homes under threat as Ventura County fire burns through neighborhoods

LA Times  

Firefighters were struggling to contain a fast-moving Ventura County wildfire on Thursday that had destroyed numerous homes — and the dangerous winds fueling those flames were forecast to continue through Friday. Santa Ana winds helped propel several fires across the region, but the Mountain fire exploded Wednesday, sweeping into foothill communities around Camarillo and Moorpark. The National Weather Service issued …

Wind gusts could reach 100 mph in some spots as SoCal faces another day of dangerous fire weather
1 month, 2 weeks ago

Wind gusts could reach 100 mph in some spots as SoCal faces another day of dangerous fire weather

LA Times  

A firefighter pulls a hose behind a home destroyed by the Mountain fire on Wednesday in Camarillo. Conditions The National Weather Service issued a “particularly dangerous situation” red flag alert, warning of “widespread, extreme fire weather conditions.” The warning was issued for wide swaths of Los Angeles and Ventura counties. Much of the surrounding area also was facing dangerous winds, …

Strong winds fuel rapid spread of wildfires in Southern California
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Strong winds fuel rapid spread of wildfires in Southern California

NPR  

Strong winds fuel rapid spread of wildfires in Southern California toggle caption Noah Berger/AP CAMARILLO, Calif. — A Southern California wildfire has destroyed 132 structures, mostly homes, in less than two days, fire officials said Thursday as raging winds were forecast to ease. Sponsor Message Some 10,000 people remained under evacuation orders Thursday as the Mountain Fire continued to threaten …

Powerful winds and low humidity raise wildfire risk across California
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Powerful winds and low humidity raise wildfire risk across California

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Please enter a valid email address Please enter a valid email address SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. With predicted gusts between 50 …

Thousands in Southern California told to evacuate as wind-fed wildfire spreads
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1 month, 2 weeks ago

Thousands in Southern California told to evacuate as wind-fed wildfire spreads

NPR  

Thousands in Southern California told to evacuate as wind-fed wildfire spreads toggle caption Ethan Swope/FR171736 AP MOORPARK, Calif. — California was lashed by powerful winds Wednesday that fed a fast-moving wildfire, which destroyed dozens of homes and forced thousands of residents to flee as forecasters warned of the potential for “extreme and life-threatening” blazes. Meanwhile to the south, Los Angeles …

Firefighters battle 'diablo wind' to extinguish Oakland fire that burned 2 homes
2 months ago

Firefighters battle 'diablo wind' to extinguish Oakland fire that burned 2 homes

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Fires spark across state as California heads into dangerous weekend of gusty, dry winds
2 months ago

Fires spark across state as California heads into dangerous weekend of gusty, dry winds

LA Times  

Firefighters across the state were battling blazes Saturday in Oakland, Jurupa Valley, San Gabriel Canyon and Solano County amid a dangerous weekend of dry, gusty winds. According to a red-flag warning issued for Southern California, “if fire ignition occurs, conditions are favorable for rapid fire spread and extreme fire behavior which would threaten life and property.” In Northern and Central …

California’s heat wave raising health concerns ahead of sports-filled weekend
2 months, 2 weeks ago

California’s heat wave raising health concerns ahead of sports-filled weekend

LA Times  

San Francisco 49ers tight end George Kittle catches a touchdown pass during last Sunday’s game against the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara. Temperatures are expected to remain 10 to 15 degrees above average for this time of year, with the San Francisco Bay Area and inland Southern California facing major to extreme heat risks. The National …

Unusual October heat wave in California brings new fire fears; 1 million acres already burned
2 months, 3 weeks ago

Unusual October heat wave in California brings new fire fears; 1 million acres already burned

LA Times  

An unusually warm autumn heat wave is continuing to push temperatures up across California, heightening fire risks across the state and prompting power shutoffs in the north and additional wildfire evacuations in the south. Across Southern California, the National Weather Service is warning of “dangerously hot conditions” through Thursday, with highs reaching up to 107 degrees in several areas, including …

Favorable weather conditions help firefighters increase containment of three major wildfires
3 months ago

Favorable weather conditions help firefighters increase containment of three major wildfires

LA Times  

The San Bernardino County fire captain looks over the charred landscape from the Bridge fire in Wrightwood earlier this month. Assisted by favorable weather conditions, firefighters continue to increase containment of three major Southern California wildfires that have burned more than 117,000 acres, destroyed 242 structures and led to 24 injuries. A late-summer heat wave fueled conditions for explosive growth, …

Weather shift gives firefighters an edge in battling three large Southern California wildfires
3 months, 1 week ago

Weather shift gives firefighters an edge in battling three large Southern California wildfires

LA Times  

Firefighters extinguish a flare-up from the Airport fire at a horse corral on Robert Lucas’ property off Ortega Highway on Thursday in Lake Elsinore. Falling temperatures and rising humidity will give firefighters a brief window to gain more ground against three major Southern California wildfires, officials said Sunday. In San Bernardino County, the Line fire moved at a crawl over …

As weather conditions improve, firefighters make progress battling Southern California wildfires
3 months, 1 week ago

As weather conditions improve, firefighters make progress battling Southern California wildfires

LA Times  

Assistant Chief Shawn Cate, right, and his crew with the Mount Baldy Fire Department survey the damage to homes from the Bridge fire along Bear Canyon Road on Thursday. Cooling weather gave firefighters a boost Saturday in their battle against three large Southern California wildfires that have scorched more than 100,000 acres, displaced thousands of residents in mountain communities and …

An earthquake shakes the Los Angeles area as wildfires rage nearby
3 months, 1 week ago

An earthquake shakes the Los Angeles area as wildfires rage nearby

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — As wildfires raging in the mountains cast an orange glow behind the downtown Los Angeles skyline, Southern California residents were jolted awake Thursday by another reminder of Mother Nature’s might. It was an all-too-familiar feeling for locals when a 4.7 magnitude earthquake rattled the Los Angeles area, unleashing boulders onto a Malibu road, shaking Santa Monica’s 1909 …

Threat lingers from Southern California wildfires, officials say
3 months, 1 week ago

Threat lingers from Southern California wildfires, officials say

LA Times  

After days of multiple wildfires across Southern California in extreme heat, a drop in temperatures finally gave crews a chance to gain the upper hand, though lingering risks remained, officials said. Fire officials cautioned Thursday that several communities in Los Angeles, San Bernardino and Riverside counties were still under evacuation orders, with some of the blazes continuing to show “extreme …

'Hellish' scene unfolds as wildfire races toward California mountain community
3 months, 1 week ago

'Hellish' scene unfolds as wildfire races toward California mountain community

The Independent  

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Wildfires tear through western US during heatwave
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Wildfires tear through western US during heatwave

Hindustan Times  

Wildfires fueled by soaring temperatures in the western United States have scorched thousands of acres, forcing hundreds of families to flee, US officials said Monday. Wildfires tear through western US during heatwave A blaze burning out of a control near Los Angeles sparked mandatory evacuations as it tore through swathes of tinder-dry California countryside around popular tourist spots. "Dangerous heat …

Skies above Southern California wildfire looked like ‘a nuclear warhead had been set off’
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Skies above Southern California wildfire looked like ‘a nuclear warhead had been set off’

LA Times  

Firefighters from the Mill Creek hotshot crew monitor the Line fire burning over a ridge off Highway 38 on Monday. “It was a giant mushroom with compact billowy clouds and crazy smoke rings around it on the plume coming up.” As mountain residents remained on guard, firefighting crews in Southern California continued to battle out-of-control wildfires Monday that had scorched …

Brutal heat wave breaks records across Southern California. When will it ease up?
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Brutal heat wave breaks records across Southern California. When will it ease up?

LA Times  

Southern California continues to be battered by extreme heat that will continue for one more day after sending temperature records tumbling all weekend. 93-103 degrees; valleys: 103-111 degrees Tuesday: Los Angeles 80s-90s; valleys: 94-102 Wednesday: Los Angeles 70s-80s; valleys mid-80s Thursday: Los Angeles 70s-80s; valleys: mid-80s Records Several heat records were tied or broken across the region Monday, according to …

Wildfire east of LA threatens tens of thousands of homes and forces evacuations
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Wildfire east of LA threatens tens of thousands of homes and forces evacuations

Hindustan Times  

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — Tens of thousands of homes and buildings were threatened Sunday by an out-of-control wildfire burning in the foothills of a national forest east of Los Angeles, amid a days-long heat wave that pushed temperatures into the triple digits across the region. Wildfire east of LA threatens tens of thousands of homes and forces evacuations State firefighters …

Lightning could worsen wildfire east of LA already threatening 35,000 homes and buildings
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Lightning could worsen wildfire east of LA already threatening 35,000 homes and buildings

Associated Press  

HIGHLAND, Calif. — An out-of-control wildfire in the foothills of a national forest east of Los Angeles threatened ten of thousands of buildings and forced hundreds of residents to flee Sunday amid a days-long heat wave of triple-digit temperatures. ”It’s hard to leave and not be sure if you’re gonna be able to come back.” Arrowbear Lake resident Michael Lee …

Evacuations ordered as wildfire burns in foothills of national forest east of LA
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Evacuations ordered as wildfire burns in foothills of national forest east of LA

Associated Press  

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — Evacuations were ordered Saturday as a wildfire scorched the foothills of a national forest east of Los Angeles, amid a days-long heat wave that pushed temperatures into the triple digits across the region. The so-called Line Fire was burning uncontrolled along the edge of the San Bernardino National Forest, about 65 miles east of LA. As …

Crews slow progress of Sierra wildfire, but evacuations orders remain
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Crews slow progress of Sierra wildfire, but evacuations orders remain

Associated Press  

Firefighters battling a California wildfire that has burned through more than 5 square miles of the high Sierra made significant progress slowing its growth on Wednesday, but hundreds of residents whose homes are threatened remained under evacuation orders. Greg Lowdermilk, a sections operation chief for the inter-agency team, said they were continuing to build new fire lines by hand and …

Firefighters significantly tame California’s fourth-largest wildfire on record
4 months ago

Firefighters significantly tame California’s fourth-largest wildfire on record

Associated Press  

CHICO, Calif. — California’s largest wildfire this year has been significantly tamed as the state’s initially fierce fire season has, at least temporarily, fallen into a relative calm. The Park Fire was 53% contained Monday after scorching nearly 671 square miles in several northern counties, destroying 637 structures and damaging 49 as it became the state’s fourth-largest wildfire on record. …

Fast-moving Southern California wildfire torches hillside homes, forcing evacuations
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Fast-moving Southern California wildfire torches hillside homes, forcing evacuations

Associated Press  

SAN BERNARDINO, Calif. — A fast-moving wildfire that swept into a Southern California hillside community this week destroyed five homes and damaged three others, authorities said Tuesday. The flames erupted Monday afternoon and chased residents from the neighborhood in San Bernardino, about 60 miles east of Los Angeles, One firefighter was treated for a minor injury but there were no …

Heat, erratic winds and possible lightning could complicate the battle against California wildfire
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Heat, erratic winds and possible lightning could complicate the battle against California wildfire

Associated Press  

CHICO, Calif. — Firefighters battling California’s largest wildfire of the year are preparing for treacherous conditions entering the weekend, when expected thunderstorms may unleash fire-starting lightning and erratic winds that could erode progress made over the past week. “Crews are being flown into access areas that have been hard to reach because of long drive times and steep, rugged terrain.” …

Dangerous fire weather continues as another heat wave kicks off across California
4 months, 3 weeks ago

Dangerous fire weather continues as another heat wave kicks off across California

LA Times  

Dangerous fire weather is expected across much of California on Friday, as temperatures across the state are expected to continue rising over the next few days marking August’s first heat wave. The red flag warning is an ominous sign for what experts say could be an even more active fire month than the last, with the National Interagency Fire Center …

Wildfires plague the West amid a scorching heat wave and high winds
5 months ago

Wildfires plague the West amid a scorching heat wave and high winds

Associated Press  

RIVERSIDE, Calif. — At least a half-dozen homes lay in ruins Monday after one of many dangerous wildfires in the West suddenly swept into a Southern California neighborhood during a blistering heat wave. The implosion of the plume sent winds of 50 mph in every direction, raising fears the fire would jump I-84, the Baker County Sheriff’s Office said in …

Thunderstorms briefly cool Southern California’s heat wave but spark new wildfires
5 months, 1 week ago

Thunderstorms briefly cool Southern California’s heat wave but spark new wildfires

LA Times  

Southern California’s monsoon season usually lasts from mid-July to September and brings increased risk for wildfire with lightning strikes. Thunderstorms from Southern California’s monsoon season brought a temporary cooling reprieve over the weekend to a region that had been baking under a triple-digit heat wave but also sparked new wildfires. The weekend thunderstorms also sparked fires across Southern California, said …

Wildfire destroys 13 homes in Northern California as heat wave is parked over the West
5 months, 2 weeks ago

Wildfire destroys 13 homes in Northern California as heat wave is parked over the West

LA Times  

A firefighter keeps watch on advancing flames from the Lake fire in Los Olivos on Saturday. A wildfire that broke out near Oroville last week amid California’s record-breaking heat wave destroyed 13 homes and more than a dozen other buildings, state fire officials said. “The fire broke out on a day that was extremely hot, quite windy and the humidity …

‘Unprecedented’ heat wave in California brings death, fires, all-time highs
5 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Unprecedented’ heat wave in California brings death, fires, all-time highs

LA Times  

Melissa Bolding and Bryan Bolding from Oklahoma City pose for a photo next to a thermometer at the Furnace Creek Visitors Center in Death Valley National Park on July 7, 2024. “It’s unprecedented heat — take this very seriously,” said Dan Berc, a National Weather Service meteorologist in Las Vegas. The San Joaquin Valley is expected to be under an …

California wildfires: Extreme heat broils the West as thousands remain evacuated in Butte County
5 months, 2 weeks ago

California wildfires: Extreme heat broils the West as thousands remain evacuated in Butte County

CNN  

CNN — The West is sizzling under a major, prolonged heatwave through July 4 and beyond that’s bringing triple-digit temperatures and fueling wildfire risk as thousands have had to flee their homes from an advancing Northern California blaze. The Thompson Fire has consumed over 3,700 acres in California’s Butte County since it was reported Tuesday, drawing hundreds of firefighters to …

California wildfires: Extreme heat broils the West as thousands remain evacuated in Butte County
5 months, 2 weeks ago

California wildfires: Extreme heat broils the West as thousands remain evacuated in Butte County

CNN  

CNN — The West is sizzling under a major, prolonged heatwave through July 4 and beyond that’s bringing triple-digit temperatures and fueling wildfire risk as thousands have had to flee their homes from an advancing Northern California blaze. The Thompson Fire has consumed over 3,700 acres in California’s Butte County since it was reported Tuesday, drawing hundreds of firefighters to …

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