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Wednesday, Jan 15, 2025
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Park Fire Becomes California's 6th Largest Wildfire
The Park Fire in northern California, the state's sixth largest, has destroyed over 100 structures and covers 368,000 acres. Sparked by an arson event, it is located 180 miles northeast of San Francisco and is only 12% contained. Firefighters face continued challenges, and evacuation orders are in place for affected communities.
The Park Fire in northern California, now the sixth largest wildfire in the state's history, has destroyed at least 114 structures across four counties.
Sparked by an arson incident, the blaze covers 368,000 acres and is located approximately 180 miles northeast of San Francisco.
Firefighters are working under milder weather conditions but still face significant challenges in containing the fire.
As of Monday, the fire remains just 12% contained, and evacuation orders have been issued for several communities including Paradise.
In addition, the SQF Lightning Complex fire to the south has also destroyed historic areas and continues to burn.
Nationwide, 102 large active fires are being monitored, with a cold front expected to bring rain but also strong winds to the Pacific Northwest, potentially complicating firefighting efforts.
Sparked by an arson incident, the blaze covers 368,000 acres and is located approximately 180 miles northeast of San Francisco.
Firefighters are working under milder weather conditions but still face significant challenges in containing the fire.
As of Monday, the fire remains just 12% contained, and evacuation orders have been issued for several communities including Paradise.
In addition, the SQF Lightning Complex fire to the south has also destroyed historic areas and continues to burn.
Nationwide, 102 large active fires are being monitored, with a cold front expected to bring rain but also strong winds to the Pacific Northwest, potentially complicating firefighting efforts.
