Park Fire in Northern California Remains 34% Contained, Continues to Grow
Firefighters battle spot fires and challenging conditions as the wildfire expands to 427,067 acres, becoming the fourth-largest in state history.
- The Park Fire has burned 427,067 acres across multiple counties and the Lassen National Forest.
- Containment has stalled at 34% for four consecutive days, with significant fire activity expected.
- Spot fires and low humidity complicate firefighting efforts, particularly in the northeast portion of the blaze.
- No fatalities reported, but 636 structures have been destroyed and 49 damaged.
- Authorities arrested a local man suspected of starting the fire by pushing a burning car into a gully.