Pickett Fire in Napa County – 7% containment achieved
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A fast-spreading wildfire in California's wine country sparked evacuation orders as firefighters battled the blaze Saturday.
Wildfires have cropped up in different regions across California over the past several days as a record-breaking heat wave blankets most of the state, with more fire activity expected amid a spate of dry lightning and thunderstorms.
According to Cal Fire, the blaze had reached 4,690 acres as of Saturday, and was 7% contained, with crews working overnight to keep the fire within control lines.
NAPA COUNTY, CA - Wednesday night, a preliminary 2.7 magnitude quake was recorded near Yountville, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Sonoma, Napa and Solano counties will likely be impacted by smoke from the Pickett Fire, the Air District said Thursday.
In Napa County, the Pickett Fire has scorched over 1,000 acres in Calistoga, threatening several wineries and prompting evacuations