Firefighters Gain Ground on California’s Massive Park Fire

Containment efforts improve as residents return home, but challenging conditions persist across the West.

The Park Fire, California's largest wildfire this year, is now 53% contained after burning 671 square miles.
The blaze, allegedly started by arson, destroyed 637 structures and damaged 49 more.
Firefighters continue to battle smoldering areas and isolated vegetation within containment lines.
Oregon and other Western states face record-breaking fires, straining resources and requiring international assistance.
Experts predict a resurgence in wildfire activity with the return of high heat later this month.