Wildfires this year have already outpaced what we
experienced in 2020 — some 860,000 more acres of land have burned
than at the same time last year.
- Large fire activity continues in 10 states.
- 83
fires have burned more than 2.5 million acres.
- On Monday, evacuation orders were in effect for
residents near 11 large fires and complexes in California,
Minnesota, Oregon and Washington.
- The Dixie Fire in California and the Southern Bench
Fire in Nevada both displayed extreme fire behavior, with winds
causing significant acreage gains.
- More than 58,000 Californians are under
evacuation orders as the state’s massive wildfires continue to spread.
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The Caldor Fire is nearing Lake Tahoe,
forcing an additional 11,000 people to evacuate on Monday from the
most populated town on the California side of the lake.
- According to scientists, climate change has made
the region warmer and drier over the past 30 years, leading to
more destructive and longer-lasting wildfires.
The American Red Cross has been helping those affected by
the western wildfires since June and will continue to support people across
multiple states who have been forced from their homes.
- Monday night, the Red Cross and community partners
had 28 open emergency shelters in California, Idaho, Minnesota
and Nevada in response to wildfires - providing a safe place to stay,
support and services to nearly 900 people.
- In addition to immediate relief like health
services, emergency supplies and shelter, the Red Cross is beginning
to provide financial assistance to families affected by the recent
wildfires.
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These funds can help families replace
clothing and food or support any other immediate need.
- Over 1,200 Red Cross disaster responders
have supported relief efforts in the wake of wildfires across the
West.
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