The largest wildfire on record in California was largely tamed by Sunday as Ventura residents raced around for last-minute holiday shopping and for Christmas Eve church services. The fire is 86% contained but is not expected to be fully contained until Jan. 7, officials said. CAPTION Ventura residents file suit against the city of Ventura. CAPTION A group of Ventura County residents has filed suit, claiming Ventura utilities are responsible for damage caused by the Thomas fire. A group of Ventura County residents has filed suit, claiming Ventura utilities are responsible for damage caused by the Thomas fire.

Source: Los Angeles Times December 25, 2017 01:52 UTC