Growing wildfires in Oregon and California threaten homes, prompt evacuations
Summary
Wildfires in California and Oregon have grown, leading to evacuations and damage as firefighters work to control the blazes. In California, the Pickett Fire has forced about 190 people to leave their homes, while in Oregon, the Flat Fire has put around 1,000 homes under leave-now orders.Key Facts
- The Pickett Fire in California has grown to over 10 square miles.
- Approximately 190 people in California have been ordered to evacuate, with warnings for another 360.
- More than 1,230 firefighters and 10 helicopters are working to control the Pickett Fire.
- The Flat Fire in Oregon has expanded to nearly 34 square miles.
- About 4,000 homes in Oregon have been placed under evacuation notices, including 1,000 with orders to leave immediately.
- Officials are dealing with hot and dry conditions, with low humidity and high temperatures.
- Some homes in Oregon have already burned.
- The fires face difficult terrain and weather challenges, including the possibility of thunderstorms.
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