An 'explosive' wildfire has forced thousands of Californians to flee their homes and destroyed forests and buildings
An "explosive" wildfire has forced thousands to flee.An "explosive" wildfire that has rampaged through homes and forced thousands to evacuate has triggered a state of emergency in part of California.More than 2,000 homes have been left without power and 10 residential and commercial buildings have been destroyed as the blaze – dubbed the "Oak Fire" – swelled to almost 19 square miles in Mariposa County. More than 2,000 buildings are under threat.
A state of emergency has been declared in Mariposa County, which includes part of Yosemite National Park. The blaze is near to the famous tourist attraction.Photos from the aftermath of fire-struck areas show burnt out vehicles that have been completely destroyed, resting on the scorched earth by ravaged trees.
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