California's wine county is once again facing threats from wildfires.
The Glass fire broke out early Sunday west of Highway 29 near Deer Park. Despite a strong firefighting response, the fire expanded steadily through the day, growing to at least 2,500 acres.
The fires were driven by strong, gusty winds, which were expected to last through late Monday. The National Weather Service said strong winds, warm temperatures and low humidity would continue through 9 p.m. Monday.The Shady fire burns structures early Monday in Santa Rosa, Calif. Firefighters from the Sacramento Fire Department take part in an operation near a property along Crystal Springs Road as firefighters work to contain the Glass fire in Napa County.
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