California Wildfires Rage: Homes Destroyed, Evacuations Ordered Amid Strong Winds

A rapidly spreading wildfire, known as the Mountain Fire, has engulfed over 8,800 acres in Ventura County, California, fueled by strong winds amid Red Flag warnings. The fire, which started near Moorpark, has led to injuries, threatened numerous structures, and prompted evacuation orders for several areas. Firefighters are battling challenging conditions with 140 personnel on the scene, but strong winds have hindered aerial support. Power outages have affected over 23,300 customers as a precaution against the fire risk.