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The area affected by the wildfires that broke out on July 24 in the US state of California has been determined to be larger than the city of Los Angeles.
According to the California Fire Department, the fire, which is gradually expanding, has become the 5th largest fire in the state’s history.
The fire department reported that only 18 percent of the fire, which started about a week ago, has been brought under control and the destroyed area is approaching 390 thousand acres.
While this figure represents an area larger than the city of Los Angeles, which has an area of approximately 320 thousand acres, officials reported that the fire could grow even more in the coming days.
In the state, where California Governor Gavin Newsom declared a state of emergency due to the fire, it was noted that the weather is expected to be “much hotter and drier” over the weekend.
It was learned that 361 structures were destroyed and 36 structures were damaged in the two counties where the fires were active.
Authorities said 5,700 personnel, more than 500 fire engines and 40 helicopters were involved in the firefighting effort.
- Rattlesnake problem caused by Colorado fire
In Colorado, another state with high temperatures in the US, firefighters are trying to fight several fires.
While it was stated that the fire, which turned more than 5,000 acres of land north of the state capital of Denver into ashes, was completely out of control, the Jefferson County office said, “We do not know if we will get air support.
Meanwhile, firefighters battling the blaze are in danger of being bitten by rattlesnakes in the area. (AA)
