California wildfires force thousands to evacuate as the governor declares a statewide emergency
"We are deploying every resource available, and are coordinating with numerous agencies as we continue to respond to these fires," Newsom said in a statement.He issued a proclamation saying the"fire weather conditions are unprecedented due to the scale, scope, wind speed and dry fuel conditions.
Hide Caption 24 of 30 Photos: Wildfires scorch CaliforniaTwo firefighters discuss a plan while battling the wildfire in Geyserville.Hide Caption 25 of 30 Photos: Wildfires scorch CaliforniaThe sun rises above a smoke-filled valley in Geyserville on October 24.Hide Caption 26 of 30 Photos: Wildfires scorch CaliforniaCrews build a fire break as the fast-moving blaze burns in the hills above the River Rock Casino near Geyserville.
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