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Just overnight, a new fire has ignited in Ventura County, identified as the Auto fire. Fuelled by strong winds, this fire spreads rapidly along the riverbed, prompting an urgent response from dozens of firefighters who are battling it both on the ground and from the air. The scene is dire, with flames engulfing the entire riverbed, and fear permeating through nearby communities.
With over 12 million individuals potentially affected by this wind event, the stakes are incredibly high. Just a week prior, Southern California experienced catastrophic fires that resulted in at least 24 fatalities. Fire crews are working tirelessly to stave off another disaster, relying heavily on air support that blankets the mountainside with fire retardant.