What's the status of California's drought as heat wave, wildfires sweep state?
Briefly

According to a Thursday update from the U.S. Drought Monitor, California is completely drought-free, with 'abnormally dry' spots isolated in the state's desert region. In total, 1.2% of the state is abnormally dry, a nearly 1.5% decrease from one month prior.
A heat dome sent temperatures soaring into the triple digits across California with highs ranging from 95 to 108 degrees. The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat warning for various regions, while warm winds and hot weather have elevated wildfire risks.
Read at Sacramento Bee
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