Fire crews successfully contained the Crozier Fire within the perimeter throughout the night, as reported by Cal Fire. The fire, burning for four days in El Dorado County, has charred nearly 1,960 acres and is 8% contained, with 1,500 firefighters battling the blaze.
Cal Fire mentioned the difficulty of accessing the fire area but shared plans for constructing and fortifying fire lines. They are employing air tankers, helicopters, and ground crews to combat the fire burning through timber, brush, and dry fuels.
Weather forecasts of hot, dry conditions with strong southwest winds threaten to escalate the fire behavior, posing challenges for the crews. Evacuation orders and warnings have been issued for multiple communities surrounding the wildfire area.
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