Historical Events tagged with "cedar fire"
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Natural Disasters
Cedar Fire Engulfs San Diego County
October 26th, 2003 21 years ago
The Cedar Fire became one of California's largest wildfires, breaking out in October near San Diego. Over the course of several days, it decimated 250,000 acres of land and led to the destruction of around 2,200 homes, tragically claiming the lives of 15 individuals. The fire, fueled by dry conditions and strong winds, prompted massive evacuation efforts as firefighters battled the flames. The area affected faced unprecedented challenges as local authorities and firefighters worked tirelessly to quell the blaze and protect residents.
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