Insane Photos Of The California Wildfires That Are Now So Large You Can See Them From Space
Source - Catastrophic wildfires continue to ravage California, as one blaze nearly doubled in size over the last three days, making it the largest in the state’s history.
No one has been injured in the Mendocino Complex Fire, which consists of two fires — the Ranch Fire and the River Fire — burning around Clear Lake, in several counties in Northern California.
Combined, they form the biggest blaze that California firefighters are currently battling. Altogether, the Mendocino Complex Fire has burned 283,800 acres — growing about 80% since Friday night. As of Monday evening, it was 30% contained and had destroyed 75 residences.
I know there’s a lot going on in the world but I feel like this story should be getting more attention than it is. The California wildfires are now so large and so out of control that you can see them from space. And they’re only 30% contained, which is terrifying. The scariest part is that the fires grew EIGHTY PERCENT in the past three days. Luckily, no one has been injured which is incredible considering the burn zone now encompasses an area as large as LA County. Here are some photos of the fire and the people fighting to put it out. A lot of the tweets have multiple images so you can click through if you want.
I can’t imagine what it must feel like to have to flee your home because of a fire. Here’s a link to the Red Cross disaster relief donation page if you can afford to donate. Thoughts and prayers to those affected.