The Gifford Fire, the largest wildfire in California this year, has burned over 82,000 acres and is only 7% contained. It started on August 1, with over 1,900 personnel engaging in firefighting efforts amidst expected hot and dry weather which could exacerbate the situation. Temperatures are predicted to soar between 90 to 100 degrees, with humidity levels dropping to the mid-teens. Approximately 872 structures are under threat while evacuation warnings have been issued for areas south of the fire. An air quality advisory has also been issued due to smoke in Southern California.
The Gifford Fire in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties is now the largest California wildfire of the year with over 82,000 acres burned, and officials warn it could get significantly worse when hot and dry weather hits the region this week.
Officials say fire activity is likely to increase as the weather is expected to heat up this week. Temperatures are forecast to reach 90 to 100 degrees starting this Thursday, and humidity is expected to drop to the mid-teens.
There are 872 structures threatened by the blaze, and firefighters are setting up a base camp near Santa Margarita to be closer to where the fire is burning.
On Monday, the South Coast Air Quality Management District issued an advisory for areas of Southern California including Riverside as smoke from the Gifford Fire and other fires impact the air quality.
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