Major fire in California burns over 9,000 acres with unknown cause as locals terrified

On Tuesday, Northern and Central California were hit by lightning strikes and Thunderstorms, sparking further fire risk in the area.

The chance of fire ignition was heightened due to erratic winds and dry vegetation, which could be set alight by dry lightning strikes.

According to a Tuesday incident report, firefighters were helped by scattered rain showers as they worked to protect the tiny Balch Camp community and nearby hydroelectric facilities along the Kings River.

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Wildfires are spreading across California

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