California's largest wildfire of the year is 12% contained, officials say

California's largest wildfire of the year is 12% contained, officials say

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The video discusses the ongoing firefighting efforts in California, focusing on the Park Fire and Burrell Fire. Cooler temperatures and increased humidity have aided in controlling the fires, with over 4000 firefighters involved. The Park Fire, burning near Sacramento, presents challenges due to difficult terrain. Meanwhile, the Burrell Fire has scorched over 35,000 acres. The video also highlights the impact of wildfires on air quality across the Western United States. A positive note is the rescue of a Rottweiler and her puppies by a helicopter pilot.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factors have helped in controlling the wildfires in California this year?

Increased rainfall and cooler temperatures

Decreased humidity and higher temperatures

Stronger winds and higher temperatures

Cooler temperatures and increased humidity

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main challenges firefighters face in the foothills north of Sacramento?

Difficult terrain

High temperatures

Lack of water resources

Insufficient manpower

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many square miles has the Park Fire covered since it started?

400 square miles

562 square miles

600 square miles

500 square miles

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many acres have been scorched by the Burrell fire in Havilah, California?

25,000 acres

30,000 acres

40,000 acres

35,000 acres

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What positive event occurred during the firefighting efforts?

A new firefighting technique was developed

A helicopter pilot rescued a Rottweiler and her puppies

The fire was completely extinguished

A new fire station was built