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Southern California Faces Escalating Wildfires with Widespread Evacuations

Southern California's wildfires threaten thousands as evacuations expand in Ventura County due to the fast-spreading Mountain Fire and ongoing Broad Fire near Malibu.

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Updated: Nov 7th, 2024, 11:48 AM ET

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Southern California is battling severe wildfires, prompting evacuations for over 10,000 residents. The Mountain Fire, now burning over 14,100 acres, has led to extensive damage and injuries. Containment remains a challenge at 0% for Mountain Fire and 60% for Broad Fire. Power outages affect tens of thousands due to dangerous Santa Ana winds, exacerbating fire conditions. Residents are urged to stay indoors due to smoke and ash effects, while firefighting efforts involve hundreds of personnel and aerial support. A red flag warning indicates high fire risk until conditions improve later this week.

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