California's Park Fire Escalates, Forcing Thousands to Evacuate
The fire, started by arson, has grown to over 239,000 acres, destroying structures and threatening communities.
Overview
- The Park Fire is the largest wildfire in California this year, with zero containment so far.
- Authorities arrested a man for allegedly starting the fire by pushing a burning car into a gully.
- Evacuations have been ordered in Butte, Plumas, Tehama, and Shasta counties.
- The fire has destroyed 134 buildings and threatens thousands more.
- Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency and secured federal assistance.