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August 17, 2016

More Than 80,000 Evacuated as Fires Destroy Homes Near Los Angeles
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Meanwhile, in California, authorities have ordered more than 80,000
people near Los Angeles to evacuate, as a fast-moving fire continues to
grow. Fed by strong winds, bone-dry brush and 100-degree temperatures,
the Blue Cut fire is the latest in a series of destructive wildfires
ravaging California amid the state's climate change-fueled drought. So
far this year, California fires have killed eight people and destroyed
hundreds of homes. This comes as scientists have confirmed July was the
hottest month ever recorded, making it the 15th straight month to smash
global temperature records amid human-fueled climate change.
Topics:Climate Change

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