California Blaze Threatens Thousands of Homes
Firefighters face steep terrain and extreme heat as cooler weather offers hope for containment.
- The Line Fire has burned through approximately 37 square miles of grass and brush in Southern California.
- Firefighters are working under challenging conditions, including steep terrain and triple-digit temperatures.
- Nearly 6,000 residents have been evacuated, with 36,328 structures under threat in San Bernardino County.
- Cooler weather is expected, which may help firefighters gain control of the blaze.
- Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency for the affected areas.