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California’s Corral Wildfire Forces Evacuations, Closes Interstate

Corral Fire Rages in San Joaquin County, California

California’s Corral Wildfire has grown to encompass more than 12,500 acres, prompting mandatory evacuations and the closure of Interstate 580. The fire, which began near Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory Site 300 on Saturday, has spread rapidly, driven by dry conditions and gusty winds. Thousands of residents in San Joaquin County were ordered to evacuate as the fire threatened homes and infrastructure.

Interstate 580 has been closed since Saturday from Alameda County to Stanislaus County, disrupting travel in the area. Containment efforts faced challenges as containment levels dropped from 40% to 13% overnight before rising to 15%. Two firefighters have been injured since the blaze began.

The cause of the fire is currently under investigation. An excessive heat watch is in effect, with temperatures expected to reach between 95 and 107 degrees Fahrenheit. High winds are forecasted to continue, further complicating firefighting efforts.

This wildfire is one of 14 large wildfires that have burned over 34,400 acres in California so far this year. Scientists attribute the increasing intensity and frequency of wildfires to climate change, warning of more severe wildfire seasons in the future.

In a similar incident last year in Hawaii, hurricane-force winds fueled wildfires in drought-affected areas, resulting in nearly 100 fatalities and billions of dollars in damage. The Corral Wildfire serves as a reminder of the destructive potential of wildfires and the need for proactive measures to mitigate their impact.

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