A major wildfire broke out in Mono County, California, midday on November 13 and has rapidly grown to more than 3,000 acres. The fire has destroyed or damaged multiple structures and prompted mandatory evacuations for thousands of residents in the impacted areas.
As of the morning of November 14, the Pack Fire remains just 5% contained, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. The cause of the blaze is still under investigation.
Over 350 firefighters, supported by a fleet of engines, are actively combating the fire around Highway 395, Crowley Lake, and McGee Creek. This area is approximately 30 miles from the California-Nevada border. Air tankers from across the state are conducting fire-suppression drops whenever conditions permit, as reported by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
Evacuation orders and warnings remain in place for more than 1,500 residents and over 1,000 structures in communities near the fire. So far, at least 15 structures have sustained damage, with assessments ongoing.
Strong winds have driven the wildfire’s explosive growth in the remote, mountainous Eastern Sierra region, about 15 miles from the popular ski resort of Mammoth Mountain. According to status reports, the fire expanded from just 10 acres to more than 1,000 acres in a single hour during the early afternoon of November 13.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely as efforts to contain the Pack Fire remain underway. Residents are urged to stay informed through official channels and follow all evacuation orders to ensure their safety.
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