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Wildfires hit California and Nevada, prompting evacuations and power outages

One of the most concerning blazes, the Line Fire, spans nearly 33,000 acres and was at 14% containment in the San Bernardino National Forest in Southern California.
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection supervisors look on as the Line Fire continues.
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection supervisors look on as the Line Fire continues.

More evacuations ordered as California's Line Fire burns more than 23,000 acres

More than 38,000 structures are under threat from the uncontrolled blaze, CalFire said.
The Line Fire jumps highway 330 as an emergency vehicle is driven past Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, near Running Springs, Calif.
The Line Fire jumps highway 330 as an emergency vehicle is driven past Saturday, Sept. 7, 2024, near Running Springs, Calif.

Evacuations ordered as fire burns foothills of national forest east of L.A. amid heat wave

The so-called Line Fire was burning uncontrolled along the edge of the San Bernardino National Forest, about 65 miles east of L.A.
Firefighting personnel monitor the blaze as Highway 330 is engulfed by the Line Fire near Running Springs, California, on Saturday.
Firefighting personnel monitor the blaze as Highway 330 is engulfed by the Line Fire near Running Springs, California, on Saturday.

One of America's most scenic trails is now more difficult and dangerous due to wildfires

The trail has been affected by 26 fires this year alone, which have led 16 parts to close.
Smoke behind a sign that reads " Pacific Crest Trail"
Smoke behind a sign that reads " Pacific Crest Trail"

Nevada wildfire causes rail and power outages, but crews halt flames' progress

Night crews halted the progress of the flames, which charred more than a square mile of terrain and temporarily shut down part of Interstate 80.

Their homes burned in the Camp Fire. Then the Park Fire destroyed their new ones.

Four people in Northern California describe what it’s been like to lose their homes to wildfires twice in six years.

Edgehill Fire destroys San Bernardino County homes as temps soar in California

The 54-acre fire was fully contained as of Tuesday evening, according to San Bernardino County fire officials.
Firefighters clean up as the Edgehill Fire destroyed several homes and vehicles in San Bernardino, Calif., Aug. 5, 2024.
Firefighters clean up as the Edgehill Fire destroyed several homes and vehicles in San Bernardino, Calif., Aug. 5, 2024.

With a fire burning just miles away, residents of a Washington town dig in

The people of Stehekin have ignored calls to evacuate, causing some concern for the isolated community. One expert says people in rural communities are increasingly choosing to stay and defend their homes, rather than heed authorities.
Logistics on the Pioneer Fire take an extra level of coordination given the remote communities and access. Firefighters on the north and lakeshore fire areas are being supported by boats to transport them to the fire area and bring firefighting supplies
Logistics on the Pioneer Fire take an extra level of coordination given the remote communities and access. Firefighters on the north and lakeshore fire areas are being supported by boats to transport them to the fire area and bring firefighting supplies

At least 1 person killed in Colorado's Stone Canyon Fire; blazes force evacuations in Rockies

Human remains were found in a residence burned in the Stone Canyon Fire, authorities said. In California, the Park Fire has burned through more than 380,000 acres.
Local emergency officials say they have found the remains of one person killed in the Colorado's Stone Canyon Fire.
Local emergency officials say they have found the remains of one person killed in the Colorado's Stone Canyon Fire.

Evacuation orders issued as Nixon Fire burns uncontrolled in Southern California

The fire, which ignited Monday afternoon, has already burned over 4,500 acres and is 0% contained, according to Cal Fire.
Image: Nixon Fire Spreads Quickly In Riverside County
Image: Nixon Fire Spreads Quickly In Riverside County

More than 726,000 acres burned as wildfires rage in California

The Park Fire alone had burned over 373,000 acres with only 12% containment as of Monday morning. It is now the sixth-largest fire in state history, according Cal Fire.
Firefighters set a backfire on the eastern front of the Park Fire
Firefighters set a backfire on the eastern front of the Park Fire