Santa Ana winds are currently sweeping through Southern California, raising concerns that progress made in battling wildfires could be undone and new blazes might erupt. The wildfires have already consumed over 40,000 acres and claimed 27 lives.
New fires have erupted in San Diego County, but the 80-acre Lilac Fire is now 10% contained, marking a significant decrease in fire activity. The Pala Fire, which reached 16 acres, has been successfully contained, leading to the lifting of evacuation orders by the San Diego County Sheriff’s Office.
