‘Rapidly Developing’ Rices Fire Prompts Evacuations in Northern California

Evacuation warnings remained in place for Nevada County residents in northern California, on Wednesday, June 29, as the “rapidly developing” Rices fire grew overnight, officials said.

Footage published by the Fire Integrated Real Time Intelligence System (FIRIS) shows smoke blowing in Rices Crossing in Nevada County.

By Wednesday morning, the fire burned 820 acres, according to FIRIS. According to local media, at least four structures were destroyed. Credit: FIRIS via Storyful

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- Until 12. June 29, 07:40. Looking at the Romeo Papa Break. A little bit of increased activity since we arrived in Division Papa with the sun getting on that slope. Saw some torching up here. Further step on the slope. And recording.

Until 12. June 29, 07:40. Looking at the Romeo Papa Break. A little bit of increased activity since we arrived in Division Papa with the sun getting on that slope. Saw some torching up here. Further step on the slope. And recording.