Friday, September 13, 2013

Northern California Clover Fire Destroys 68 Homes

September 13,2013
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
REDDING, Calif. — The Clover Fire in northern California was 80 percent contained Friday morning, officials say.
Fire crews have increased their containment of a wildfire that has destroyed nearly 70 homes in Shasta County. There was no change in the tally of homes destroyed.
That number nearly doubled Thursday to 68, as crews got a better assessment of damaged areas.
(MORE: Redding Weather Forecast)
One person has been found dead in the fire's perimeter.
Road closures that were preventing some residents from returning home were lifted Thursday. Other evacuations remain in place.
The fire has burned 12 1/2 square miles. Full containment is expected by Sunday.

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A firefighter stands on top of a fire truck at a campground destroyed by the Rim Fire near Yosemite National Park, Calif., Aug. 26, 2013. (AP Photo/Jae C. Hong)

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