Trailhead Fire Now 5 Square Miles
FORESTHILL, Calif. (AP) — A wildfire in Northern California threatening 2,600 structures in the Sierra foothills grew to more than five square miles Saturday.
The fire started Tuesday afternoon, rapidly growing as it charged through inaccessible terrain and climbed out of a steep canyon along the middle fork of the American River.
Authorities say at least 1,650 people have been forced from their homes as the blaze about 50 miles northeast of Sacramento threatens hundreds of homes, businesses and other structures.
No damage to structures has been reported. The fire is 12 percent contained.
California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection says the Red Cross has set up an evacuation center in Auburn, near Sacramento.
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