California wildfire rages fueled by extreme heat

The so-called Line Fire grew to over 17,000 acres as multiple departments tried to bring the fire under control.

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[Deb_BG]

My heart breaks for the people, the brave firefighters and the poor animals.

[whatwillbem]

I hope everyone gets out safely including animals…stay safe firefighters what a grueling job you have
A huge thank you for all you

[leslieanne]

God be with firefighters and those affected

[adriaanboogaard]

I lived close to their when I was a kid in the 1960s and 70's. I'm glad I don't anymore. I feel bad for the locals and the animals.

[pamalawashington]

This is so painful to observe. I can't even imagine the fear and loss these people are feeling. I truly hope that they get this under control quickly, and that no lives are lost.

[firetrucksrule]

Sending prayers to the fire fighters who are injured and fighting this fire. I am also sending prayers to the families who are in the line of this fire. So scary

[nevermind]

With all these wildfires I’m surprised there’s anything left of California.

[aitzepe]

The tiny spit of water from the helicopter against the mountain range of flames... 💔

I hope people will be safe and I wish all living beings won't have to suffer and this can be stopped quickly.

[youneedachill]

Between the forest fires, the drug epidemic, the homeless population and the incredible prices for Housing. I don’t know why anybody lives California🤷🏾‍♀️

[laurastewart]

May God protect all people and animals being affected by this fire

[JakeRobb]

“Watch as the fire jumps over this highway”

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[tinadaugherty]

Look at all the traffic trying to get out.

[customer]

I hope that all these families get out safely with their pets, and that everyone in surrounding areas has emergency kits packed and evacuation plans ready!

[earlenem]

This is so terrible God help them and all the people in the firefighters and the animals this is so heartbreaking😢😢

[d.wright]

Sending prayers to all those affected 🙏

[WhiteWolfBlackStar]

You can thank your govt in charge of LAND MANAGEMENT in the 90’s for creating this tinderbox we’re dealing with now. I pray for everybody’s safety including the animals.

[luciemarinov]

I feel so for the animals who can’t escape, at least people can evacuate . Hope everyone stays safe and a tremendous thank to the 🔥 firefighters who have a very tough job !😮

[collettedobrocke]

I'm so sad. My home state on fire 🔥 just terrible and unbelievable 😑 😳 😒
Try to stay safe 😢😮
Sending love ❤️ to Y'ALL

[laserdisc]

It’s almost October and still feels like summer

[tynitahaines]

I'm praying for thr brave California's 🙏🏿 God be with ALL of you.