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Massive wildfires rage in California

The Camp Fire has destroyed an estimated 2,000 structures, "threatened" 15,000, and left three firefighters injured, according to the latest incident report by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire). 

“The fire burned through the Town of Paradise and Concow Thursday, these areas will continue to experience active burning throughout the day,” the report says.

“The fire continues to burn to the Northwest into Magalia and toward Stirling City. Extremely dry fuels and heavy fuel loads in combination with low relative humidity will continue to active fire and control efforts.”  

On Friday afternoon, five bodies were found in a vehicle that was caught in the flames.

By the numbers – the Camp Fire:

  • The fire is still listed at 70,000 acres with 5% containment
  • 303 engines
  • 11 water tenders
  • 18 helicopters
  • 59 hand crews
  • 24 dozers
  • 2,303 total personnel

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