Update: Silver Fire burns 1,000 acres in Inyo County
Briefly

On March 30, 2025, the Silver Fire ignited in Inyo County, California, near Highway 6, and has rapidly consumed 1,000 acres. Evacuations are mandated for nearby areas due to immediate threats to life. Strong winds of up to 65 mph have hindered firefighting efforts and led to dangerous conditions, grounding aircraft. As local authorities respond to the blaze, a 30-mile stretch of U.S. Highway 6 is closed to ensure public safety, with shelters and evacuation centers established for displaced residents and their pets.
The Silver Fire in Inyo County, California, started on March 30, rapidly burning 1,000 acres and prompting evacuation orders for nearby communities.
Strong winds with gusts up to 65 mph are complicating efforts to contain the Silver Fire, grounding firefighting aircraft and leading to hazardous conditions.
Read at Sacramento Bee
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