California Wildfire near Tracy, CA

SOURCE www.npr.org
California firefighters battle wind-driven wildfire near Tracy, CA, in the San Francisco Bay Area and central California. The Corral Fire has led to evacuations, road closures, and injuries, but has not posed a threat to the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. The fire has burned 15.6 square miles and is 13% contained.

Key Points

  • Corral Fire started near Tracy, CA
  • Evacuation orders issued for areas east of Interstate 580
  • Fire has burned 15.6 square miles and is 13% contained
  • No threat to Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory

Pros

  • Firefighters are actively battling the wildfire to contain it
  • No threats to Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory facilities or operations

Cons

  • Evacuation orders issued for residents in the affected areas
  • Road closures due to poor visibility from smoke
  • Two firefighters injured in the fire