Largest fire in California history

The Park Fire in Northern California has rapidly expanded, becoming the fifth-largest wildfire in the state's history, burning nearly 610 square miles and destroying over 480 structures, including homes. The fire, which started on July 24, was allegedly ignited by a man pushing a burning car into a ravine, and currently, approximately 26,000 people have been evacuated across Butte, Plumas, Shasta, and Tehama counties. As firefighters face challenging conditions of heat, low humidity, and high winds, containment efforts remain ongoing, with the fire only 18% contained as of Wednesday. Cal Fire has warned that critical weather conditions will persist, potentially exacerbating fire behavior. Evacuation orders in some areas have been downgraded to warnings, allowing some residents to return home, although the risk of flare-ups remains. Amidst these challenges, authorities continue to monitor air quality and encourage the public to avoid affected areas.