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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.
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