Firefighters Make Headway on California's Mountain Fire

The Mountain Fire in California has burned over 20, 000 acres in Ventura County, but firefighters are making progress. On Sunday, the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire) reported that the fire was 31% contained. This is good news for the residents of about 1, 000 homes near Los Angeles, who have been told to stay away until further notice. The fire started on a Wednesday morning, fueled by dry conditions and strong Santa Ana winds. Despite the challenges, firefighters are working hard to keep the situation under control. Cal Fire has warned that the fire is still a threat to life and critical infrastructure in 11 evacuation zones.Fire crews are on the ground, patrolling, building control lines, and cleaning up. Overnight, fire activity remained low and manageable. Teams are also checking damaged structures. More than 3, 000 firefighters are on the job, and while there have been some injuries, none are considered life-threatening. The fire's progress is being closely monitored as firefighters continue their efforts.