Over 16000 acres destroyed in Oak Fire near Yosemite National Park

Dangerous wildfire outside California's Yosemite Park is spreading extremely speedily.

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California Fire Battalion Chief has said that the fire has exploded to more than 16,700 acres and shattered at least seven structures

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The incident has been declared as an emergency, as it is spreading heavily and affecting many people.

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This oak fire is the largest active Oak fire of California.

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We sincerely hope that this emergency passes soon and don't cause too much to the people living around there. More Stories