4,000 people evacuated as fire destroys 30 buildings in Clearlake.

On a warm Sunday afternoon, a fire broke out in Lake County, causing nearly 4,000 individuals to be evacuated from their homes. According to Cal Fire, the blaze has already engulfed 75 acres and has damaged around 30 structures. As of late afternoon, it was only 10 percent contained, leaving authorities to work tirelessly to control the inferno.

The fire originated as a vegetation fire near Dam Road and Boyles Avenue in Clearlake and has been named the Boyles Fire. Due to its location, it quickly spread, prompting evacuation orders for those within the area. Cal Fire stated that the boundaries for evacuation were inside of HWY 53 on the west, Dam Road on the south, Boyles Ave on the east, and 32nd Ave on the north. Those affected can refer to the evacuation map provided by Cal Fire for more information.

In response to this emergency, Cal Fire has joined forces with the Lake County Fire Protection District and has deployed both air and ground resources to combat the flames. The fire was first reported via Cal Fire's X account, which indicated that it was approximately 3 acres in size and burning in heavy brush at a moderate rate of spread. This was around 2:45 p.m. on Sunday, and since then, the fire has only continued to grow and pose a threat to nearby structures.

This fire is not the first of its kind in California, as the state has been battling numerous wildfires in recent months. Just last week, a wildfire in the San Bernardino National Forest sparked mandatory evacuations, while the Boone Fire near Coalinga has already made its way to the number 6 spot on the season's list of most destructive fires. With severe winds and dry conditions, it's crucial for individuals to prepare their properties and have an evacuation plan in place in case of emergencies like this.

As the fire continues to rage through Lake County, the authorities are doing everything in their power to contain and extinguish it. Let us all keep those affected in our thoughts and hope that this fire can be brought under control soon.

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