The latest numbers show more than 46,587 acres have burned with containment at 10%.
FORESTHILL — More than 11,000 people have been evacuated from the flames, including the community of Foresthill.The eerie scene is not enough for Kevin Fleak to leave his home. At least, not yet.
Despite an evacuation order, Fleak said he almost considered leaving. But he has an older neighbor who has mobility issues and checks on him.Fleak is also concerned about looters.As he rides out the neighboring fire, he updates his neighbors who fled to reassure them someone is watching over their property.The Placer County Sheriff's Office said they are aware people have left their pets behind.Meanwhile, firefighters navigate challenges.
"The biggest challenge that we're facing right now are the steep canyons and slopes," said fire official Chris Vestal.Fire officials reported in Placer County that forward progress stopped to the west. Crews also created a direct fire line from Baltimore Mine to the American River, just south of Foresthill."I feel confident in our fire department. I'll hold out as long as I can," he said.
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