California wildfires ravage over 370,000 acres, prompt widespread evacuations
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Wildfires in California have burned more than 370,000 acres of forest land, with the blazes showing no sign of slowing.
The fires, which started on July 24 near Chico in northern California, have become a major emergency, with only 12% of the fires currently under control.
The Park Fire, now recorded as the sixth largest fire in California state history, has destroyed numerous structures and prompted the evacuation of thousands of residents.
As of Friday, the fire has scorched an area larger than Phoenix, Arizona, and continues to expand at a staggering rate of 60 football fields per minute.
Authorities have declared a state of emergency and arrested a suspect on charges of intentional arson in connection with the fires.
The situation remains dire as crews work to contain the wildfire and provide assistance to those affected by the disaster. (ILKHA)
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