The Bridge fire, pushed by strong winds, swept through Mount Baldy Village with surprising speed, leaving residents scrambling as evacuation orders were already in effect.
One lifetime resident expressed deep sorrow stating, "I can picture what homes were there before and are now gone," highlighting the personal toll of the wildfire.
Despite efforts to fight the flames, residents were left devastated as the Bridge fire destroyed around 20 homes, marking one of the worst wildfires in recent memory.
Firefighters have battled the Bridge fire, which has consumed over 52,000 acres, illustrating the extensive reach and devastation of this wildfire across multiple communities.
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