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California's Gifford Fire: 82,000 Acres, Urgent Evacuations Ordered

8/5/2025

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The Gifford Fire in California has surged to a staggering 82,000 acres, becoming the largest wildfire of the year. With 872 structures at risk, urgent evacuation orders have been issued. Firefighters are battling fierce conditions, achieving only 7% containment as of Tuesday, while the cause of the blaze remains a mystery and Highway 166 is shut down.

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The Gifford Fire in California has surged to a staggering 82,000 acres, becoming the largest wildfire of the year. With 872 structures at risk, urgent evacuation orders have been issued. Firefighters are battling fierce conditions, achieving only 7% containment as of Tuesday, while the cause of the blaze remains a mystery and Highway 166 is shut down.