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Huge L.A. fire threatens more than 10,000 homes

California firefighters battle a terrible fire season caused by weeks of hot and dry weather.
Firefighters make progress against Santa Cruz fire

The Lockheed Fire in California, which has burned almost 7,000 acres, was 50 percent contained as of Sunday morning. Two factors: relatively cool temperatures and calm winds.
Firefighters continue to battle blazes across California

Fire in Santa Cruz County is particularly challenging because the area hasn't burned in more than 60 years.
Wind, ground thicket fuel Santa Cruz fire in California

The wildfire threatens 250 residences. Many people have packed what they could and left.
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