More than 906,000 acres burned during California's wildfires

So far, 6,045 wildfires have burned more than 906,000 acres as a longer-than-usual fire season continues in California.

The blazes have damaged 1,248 structures and resulted in the death of one civilian, Cal Fire reported Tuesday on its website.

Here's a look at the fires that are currently burning.

The Line Fire continues to burn Tuesday morning, Sept. 10, 2024, in San Bernardino County. It's the fourth largest fire in California.
The Line Fire continues to burn Tuesday morning, Sept. 10, 2024, in San Bernardino County. It's the fourth largest fire in California.

Line Fire Tuesday update: Location, size, containment, evacuations

Location: San Bernardino County, east of Los Angeles. At the edge of San Bernardino National Forest near Big Bear Lake

Size: 26,426 acres (as of 9 a.m. Sept. 10)

Started: Sept. 5

Cause: Under investigation

Containment: 5% (as of 9 a.m. on Sept. 10). It's currently the fourth-largest wildfire in the state. According to Cal Fire's latest status report: The north and east sides continue to burn intensely. The smoke is expected to continue to grow on the mostly sunny day. Gusty winds will lead to dry vegetation and low humidity. Stronger winds are expected Tuesday night and could contribute to spreading the fire. Currently 65,600 structures are threatened, including 9,200 buildings under evacuation orders and 56,400 structures under evacuation warnings. Firefighting air tankers from throughout the state are flying fire suppression missions as conditions allow. The multi-agency response has more than 1,700 personnel battling the blaze. On Saturday night, Gov. Gavin Newsom proclaimed a state of emergency in San Bernardino County.

Evacuation orders: The fast-moving Line Fire prompted officials to issue evacuation orders for the communities of Running Springs, Arrowbear Lake, Forrest Falls, Mountain Home Village, Angelus Oaks and Seven Oaks, as well as various other areas.

Evacuation warnings: For the communities of Cedar Glen, Lake Arrowhead, Twin Peaks Crestline, Valley of Enchantment, Green Valley Lake north from Highway 118 along Green Valley Lake Road, Big Bear Valley from the dam to Cactus Road and other areas.

Road closures: Parts of highways 18, 330 and 38

The Airport Fire continues to burn at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, in Orange County.
The Airport Fire continues to burn at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2024, in Orange County.

Airport Fire Tuesday update: Location, size, containment, evacuations

Location: Cleveland National Forest at the rugged eastern edge of Orange County.

Size: 8,510 acres (as of 9 a.m. Sept. 10)

Started: Sept. 9

Cause: Under investigation

Containment: There was 0% containment as of 9 a.m. Sept. 10. Dubbed the Airport Fire for a small airport for remote-controlled model airplanes near the mouth of Trabuco Canyon, it spread to more than 8,500 acres by 9 a.m. Sept. 10, according to Cal Fire. Evacuation warnings and orders were issued by the Orange County Sheriff's department, from Robinson Ranch near Rancho Santa Margarita to Cook's Corner, an iconic motorcyclists' bar that was the scene of a mass shouting last year.

Boone Fire Tuesday update: Location, size, containment, evacuations

Location: Fresno County, western San Joaquin Valley. Highway 198 and Boone Lane, Coalinga.

Size: 17,766 acres (as of 9 a.m. on Sept. 10)

Started: Sept. 3

Cause: Under investigation

Containment: 44% as (of 9 a.m. Sept. 10). Evacuations have been ordered for parts of Fresno County, according to Cal Fire. All roads except Mineral Springs Road at Highway 198 are open.

Coffee Pot Fire Tuesday update: Location, size, containment

Location: Southwest corner of Sequoia National Park, East of Fresno, Tulare County

Size: 13,524 Acres (as of 9 a.m. Sept. 10)

Started: 8:05 a.m. Aug. 3

Cause: Lightning, according to Cal Fire

Containment: 37% (as of 9 a.m. Sept. 10). Evacuation warnings have been issued for various areas.

Bridge Fire Tuesday update: Location, size, containment, evacuations

Location: Los Angeles County, Angeles National Forest

Size: 2,996 acres (as of 9 a.m. Sept. 10)

Started: Sept. 8

Cause: Under investigation

Containment: 0% (as of 9 a.m. Sept. 10) The Angeles National Forest reported responding to a brush fire in the San Gabriel Mountains National Monument in the East Fork area by Cattle Canyon Bridge along Camp Bonita Road at around 2:30 p.m. Sept. 8. Multiple agencies have since responded to the growing blaze. Evacuation orders have been issued for the East Fork communities of Camp Williams Resort (café, mobile home park, campground) and River Community (near the resort), according to Angeles National Forest. High winds and low humidity are contributing to the spread of the fire.

Davis Fire Tuesday update: Location, size, containment

Location: Area of Davis Creek Regional Park in Washoe Valley, south of Reno.

Size: Approximately 5,596 acres (as of 3:40 p.m. Sept. 10), according to the Nevada Division of Emergency Management.

Started: Sept. 7

Cause: Under investigation

Containment: 0% as for 3:40 p.m. Sept. 10. As winds accelerate, the Davis Fire is burning toward two Lake Tahoe ski resorts, Mt. Rose Ski Tahoe and Sky Tavern, but had not reached the California resorts Tuesday, according to SFGate. In Nevada, 14 structures have been affected so far, the state's Division of Emergency Management reported. The agency said the fire is burning in heavy timber and brush and that 12 helicopters have been used to fight it. A red flag warning for high winds is forecasted for Wednesday.

Boyles Fire Tuesday update: Location, size, containment

Location: Clearlake, Lake County, 50 miles north of Santa Rosa

Size: 81 acres (as of 9 a.m. Sept. 10)

Started: Sept. 8

Cause: Under investigation

Containment: 40% (as of 9 a.m. Sept. 10). Cal Fire reported forward progress of the fire has been stopped. Evacuation orders and warnings have been issued for various areas. As of Tuesday morning, 2,313 people have been evacuated.

The Boyles Fire has destroyed about more than 40 vehicles, Cal Fire said.

This article originally appeared on Ventura County Star: More than 906,000 acres burned during California's wildfires