Wildfire Threatens San Bernardino National Forest Amid Intense Heat Wave
San Bernardino, Calif. – Evacuations were ordered as a wildfire raged through the foothills of the San Bernardino National Forest, just east of Los Angeles. The blaze, known as the Line Fire, has scorched 11 square miles of grass and chaparral, emitting thick clouds of dark smoke into the area.
The fire, which started Thursday evening, remains uncontrolled and is currently under investigation for its cause. Firefighters are battling the blaze with the support of water-dropping helicopters and aircraft, trying to prevent further damage to homes and structures in the area.
No injuries have been reported so far, and fortunately, no homes or buildings have been destroyed by the fire. However, firefighters remain vigilant, as the fire has the potential for large growth in the next 12 hours.
Meanwhile, the scorching heat wave across the region has pushed temperatures into the triple digits, with downtown Los Angeles hitting a high of 112 degrees Fahrenheit. This marks only the third time since 1877 that such high temperatures have been recorded in the city.
As the authorities continue to battle the wildfire and monitor the heat wave, residents are urged to stay alert and follow evacuation orders as needed.
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