(Justin Sullivan/Getty Images North America/TNS)Crews fighting the massive, still-growing Oak fire near Yosemite National Park reported some progress for the first time Monday morning, containing 10% of the almost 17,000-acre blaze. More than 3,200 structures remain threatened by the flames, which are now only miles from the remote southwest border of Yosemite National Park. AdvertisementScott Gediman, a spokesperson for Yosemite National Park, said the Oak fire is now just a couple of miles from the park’s southwestern border, though the area is remote. Park officials recommend people driving into Yosemite from the south or west to use Highways 120 or 41 to enter the park, not Highway 140. Daywatch Weekdays Start your morning with today's local news >The Washburn fire, which ignited July 7 in Yosemite National Park, has burned almost 5,000 acres and is now 87% contained.

Source: Los Angeles Times July 26, 2022 12:42 UTC