California
Increasing wind and heat plus risk of thunderstorms expected in fight against California wildfire
Firefighters battling California’s largest wildfire of the year are preparing for treacherous conditions entering the weekend.
The fire's push northward has brought it toward the rugged lava rock landscape surrounding Lassen Volcanic National Park, which has been closed due to the threat.
Weather, fuels and terrain will pose challenges for the 6,000 firefighters battling the... [3993 chars]