California has surpassed the dubious milestone of 1 million acres burned. In 2023, fires burned 332,822 acres throughout the state.

California wildfires have burned more than 1 million acres this year, according to Cal Fire data. Since 1987 there have been just seven other years when California wildfires consumed over a million acres.

California residents near a wildfire that is largely contained have been ordered to evacuate after the blaze in San Bernardino County flared up