Southern California is battling two new wildfires that erupted late Wednesday, forcing 30,000 residents to flee their homes . Fueled by fierce winds and bone-dry conditions, the flames have sparked widespread evacuations and turned skies a haunting orange.
Emergency crews are racing against time as the blazes threaten neighborhoods and critical infrastructure. 'This is a fast-moving situation,' a local fire official said, urging residents to follow evacuation orders immediately . The region, already no stranger to wildfires, faces heightened risks due to climate-driven weather extremes
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While no casualties have been reported yet, social media is flooded with harrowing videos of flames devouring hillsides. Stay tuned for real-time updates as this story develops.
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