The Boone Fire has burned 17,328 acres in Fresno County as of September 6, 2024, prompting evacuation orders and road closures.
Over 1,600 fire personnel are battling the blaze under 'hot and dry' conditions, with temperatures in the high 90s and wind gusts around 20 mph.
The Boone Fire sparked on September 3 near Highway 198 and Boone Lane, 10 miles west of Coalinga, and was only 5% contained by September 6.
Cal Fire noted that the fire is burning in grass and brush in an area previously affected by the 2020 Mineral Fire.
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