The “Mosquito” fire, a wildfire in Northern California, spiraled out of control on Friday. Although firefighters tried desperately to contain the rapidly spreading flames, the fire spread to nearby towns. At least 52 square kilometers of forest are burning, 3600 homes are under acute threat.
Authorities on Thursday called for evacuations in Placer and El Dorado counties. The flames spread across the American River and approached several cities.
“Extreme and critical situation”
The fire brigade has made every effort to bring the devastating forest fire under control. A spokesman for the fire service described the fire as an “extreme and critical situation”. The cause is under investigation by the United States Forest Service.
In addition to the “Mosquito Fire,” numerous fire departments are fighting other wildfires in the west coast state. These include the “Mountain Fire,” which has already reduced more than 27 square miles of land to rubble and is currently only 30 percent contained.
Two fatalities in Southern California
Two people have died in a wildfire in southern California. Another person was injured in a rapidly expanding fire in Southeastern Los Angeles’ Riverside County. The so-called “Fairview” fire broke out on Monday and was only five percent under control on Tuesday. More than 250 firefighters were deployed.
Last weekend, two people were killed in a wildfire in Northern California’s Siskiyou District, near the town of Weed. Meanwhile, the emergency services have more than half of the “mill fire” under control. More than 140 houses were destroyed or damaged.
After an almost rainless summer, many areas in California have become very dry and therefore highly flammable. In addition, there has been extreme heat in the western United States for days.
Source: Krone
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