Fires Rage In Northern California, Forcing Evacuations

Thousands have been evacuated as authorities closed roads due to multiple fires. The largest, the lava fire, has burned nearly 20,000 acres and is 27% contained. Nearby, the tenant and salt fires have burned a combined 13,000 acres. Crews face challenges from high winds, dry conditions, and record-breaking temperatures.

What action did authorities take in response to the wildfires?

• Increased public transport

• Closed roads

• Built new shelters

• Opened new roads

How much of the lava fire has been contained?

• 10%

• 75%

• 27%

• 50%

What is the combined area burned by the tenant and salt fires?

• 20,000 acres

• 13,000 acres

• 10,000 acres

• 5,000 acres

What natural conditions are complicating the firefighting efforts?

• Heavy rainfall

• High winds and dry conditions

• Snowfall

• Flooding

What record-breaking condition is mentioned in the context of the wildfires?

• Record-breaking humidity

• Record-breaking rainfall

• Record-breaking snowfall

• Record-breaking temperatures