In Northern California, a small wildfire sparked Sunday prompted evacuation orders and warnings for a sparsely populated area near Lake Sonoma. The so-called Point Fire sent up a huge plume of dark smoke as it churned through brush and timber about 80 miles (130 kilometers) north of San Francisco. It was 15% contained. Cal Fire spokesman Jason Clay told reporters on Sunday that wind and low humidity were driving the fire, and that it was threatening structures.

Source: Economic Times June 17, 2024 22:23 UTC