Eiler, Bald, French Fires Update: Evacuation Orders LiftedAugust 6, 2014(AP) -- Evacuation orders have been lifted or will be lifted for residents affected by several fires.
French Fire Now 40 Percent ContainedAugust 5, 2014Authorities continue to battle a blaze that has scorched parts of the Sierra National Forest to the San Joaquin River.
EnvironmentFrench Fire Continues To Grow; Structure Protection A Focus For FirefightersAugust 4, 2014Cooler weather and higher humidity have helped firefighters in their efforts to contain the French Fire, which has scorched 12,837 acres in the Sierra National Forest. The fire was 30 percent contained as of late Sunday.
EnvironmentAbandoned Campfire Determined To Be Cause Of French FireAugust 2, 2014Investigators have determined the French Fire was caused by an abandoned camp fire. The blaze has grown to 11,466 acres, and is 15 percent contained. Evacuations have been ordered and campgrounds closed. UPDATE: 10:15 P.M.
