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Madre Fire in California explodes to more than 52,000 acres in 1 day

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY, CALIFORNIA, JUL 4 – The Madre Fire, driven by hot, dry conditions and gusty winds, has threatened 50 structures and is only 5% contained, with over 300 firefighters battling the blaze, officials said.

  • Firefighters battled the Madre Fire in southeastern San Luis Obispo County, which expanded to over 52,000 acres by Thursday, July 3, 2025.
  • The fire ignited Wednesday early afternoon within the Los Padres National Forest and expanded quickly, driven by hot, dry conditions and shifting wind patterns.
  • Evacuation orders and warnings affected areas near Highway 166 and Santa Barbara County, as crews achieved only 5% containment amid challenging terrain and winds.
  • Meteorologist Ryan Kittell noted gusts could reach 40 mph late Thursday, while Dan Turner said the fire burns until winds stop and that safety remains the priority.
  • The fire remains active with significant damage risk, highlighting ongoing wildfire threats in California during the current season and prompting expanded resource deployment.
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It has only been a few months since Los Angeles experienced the worst fires in its history. Now another forest fire broke out in California – the biggest one this year.

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Cal Coast News broke the news in on Wednesday, July 2, 2025.
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