A lightning-sparked wildfire in California’s Sierra National Forest has burned nearly 30,000 acres and is only 12% contained. With nearly 2,000 responders on site and evacuation orders in effect, officials continue to battle the Garnet Fire’s advance.

A rapidly spreading wildfire has engulfed the historic Chinese Camp in central California, endangering a significant gold rush settlement. Originally reported by Newsweek, the fire’s swift advance has raised alarm among local officials, prompting close monitoring through live tracking resources.