Monday, September 7, 2009

Station Fire Update

Firefighters are focusing today on the eastern and western flanks of the Station Fire.

Investigators say the cause of this massive blaze is a result of arson.

Since it broke out more than a week ago, the fire has claimed the lives of two firefighters and scorched 147,418 acres -- 230 square miles -- and was 56 percent contained as of Monday night.

Full containment is projected in a week.The fire has destroyed 64 residences, three commercial buildings and 27 outbuildings.

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