National Guard joins efforts to battle ongoing Park Fire

The Park Fire grew to 401,199 acres Saturday and is 28% contained, according to Cal Fire's latest update. The Park Fire is the largest fire currently burning in the United States and the fourth largest wildfire in the state's history.

Cal Fire officials said while abundant lightning is not expected directly over the fire, there is the potential for thunderstorms in the region Saturday, which could lead to more fire activity. Hot temperatures are expected through the weekend as well.

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[frankblangeard]

Fire suppression for the last hundred years has allowed fuel to build up and as a result there are these huge and ferocious fires. The solution of course is to greatly increase efforts to suppress fires.