Good news from California! 🌟 Fire crews are making strides in taming the fierce wildfire that's been raging in Southern California. Thanks to favorable weather vibes, they've upped their containment to 26% from 21% last night. Go team! 💪
The Mountain Fire, which has been causing havoc in Ventura County—just northwest of the glitz and glam of Los Angeles—still spans about 83 square kilometers. That's like over 11,000 soccer fields! ⚽️
While the cause of the blaze remains a mystery 🕵️♀️, inspection teams are hard at work assessing the damage. So far, 134 structures have been destroyed and dozens more damaged. Our hearts go out to those affected. ❤️
In a big relief for locals, evacuation orders were downgraded to warnings in several areas as the winds decided to chill out. With milder temperatures and low humidity, Mother Nature is finally lending a helping hand. 🌬️🌤️
But it's not over yet. The fire is still creeping through steep and rugged terrain, posing threats to critical infrastructure, highways, and communities, according to Cal Fire—the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Stay safe, everyone! 🙏
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Fire crews gain control over destructive Southern California wildfire
cgtn.com
