California's raging wildfires cast ominous red glow over San Francisco's Castro District.
As the fires continue to burn in California, Oregon and Washington, firefighters have endured fierce winds as they continue to battle the blaze and make daring rescues.
The destructive Creek Fire near Fresno, California, is burning at least 163,138 acres and was 0% contained as of 4 a.m. ET. The Creek Fire, the cause of which is still under investigation, has destroyed 65 structures and has forced many evacuations in Fresno County due to what authorities call an"immediate threat to life."Josh Edelson/AFP via Getty Images
Santa Ana wind gusts between 40 to 50 mph overnight continued to fan the flames in Southern California. At least 36 structures have been destroyed by the Valley Fire, with nine others damaged. Two injuries have been reported. The fire has forced several nearby communities to evacuate. The Sheep Fire near the Plumas National Forest is 29,570 acres but is 95% contained. Authorities say this fire was caused by lightning.
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