California Faces Intensifying Wildfires as Heat Dome Approaches
Firefighters battle multiple large blazes amid forecasts of triple-digit temperatures and challenging conditions.
- Firefighters are currently managing several significant wildfires, including the Post Fire and Sites Fire, each exceeding 15,000 acres.
- A heat dome is expected to bring dangerously high temperatures to much of California, complicating firefighting efforts.
- The National Weather Service predicts temperatures could reach up to 110 degrees in some regions.
- Evacuation orders remain in effect for communities near the major fires, with dozens of buildings threatened.
- Recent weather conditions, including strong winds and low humidity, have contributed to the rapid spread of wildfires.