Ferguson Fire Jumps The Merced River CanyonJuly 20, 2018 | Bob MoffittThe Merced River and Highway 140 have served as the northern containment lines for the Ferguson Fire since it started last Friday. But spot fires jumped that line yesterday and the new fires have already burned 2,000 acres.
Storms, Dead Trees Could Hinder Firefighting Near YosemiteJuly 18, 2018A deadly forest fire kept spreading Wednesday west of Yosemite National Park, and erratic winds and trees killed by a historic California drought are expected to pose more problems for firefighters Listen /Update RequiredTo play audio, update browser or Flash plugin.
Hot Weather Hindering Efforts Against Blaze Near YosemiteJuly 17, 2018Hot and dry weather on Tuesday hindered efforts to slow the growth of a forest fire near Yosemite National Park. The U.S. Forest Service says the blaze is 27 square miles Wednesday morning and just 5 percent contained.
Ferguson Fire Near Yosemite Creates Difficult Conditions On Ground And In AirJuly 16, 2018 | Bob MoffittFirefighters on the Ferguson Fire south of Yosemite National Park have been looking skyward for aerial support, but have had to wait until mid-afternoon to see any bombers carrying fire retardant overhead.
Deadly Fire Shuts Down Key Route To Yosemite National ParkJuly 14, 2018(AP) — A wildfire that killed a California firefighter grew quickly and forced the closure of a key route into Yosemite National Park as crews contended with sweltering conditions Sunday, authorities said.
