California Firefighters Make Gains but Brace for Heatwave
Containment efforts advance on multiple wildfires as high temperatures loom across the state.
- The Sites Fire in Colusa County has become the largest wildfire, burning over 19,000 acres with 15% containment.
- Firefighters have achieved 52% containment on the Aero Fire in Calaveras County, which has destroyed three structures.
- The Post Fire near Los Angeles has burned 15,690 acres and is 47% contained, with efforts focusing on interior and remote areas.
- Crews have nearly contained the Point Fire in Sonoma County at 70%, with minimal growth in the past 48 hours.
- A heatwave with temperatures in the high 90s and 100s is expected to impact firefighting efforts starting Friday.