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Fire Causes 'Major' Damage to Home in Southern California

A fire damaged multiple homes in Fontana, California, on Thursday, October 10, as firefighters battled blazes across the state.

San Bernardino County Fire said one home had “major” damage, another home’s exterior was damaged, and multiple backyards were burned. The department also said three cars and two RVs had major damage. One person was treated for injuries but was not taken to the hospital, the fire department said.

This video shows flames and thick black smoke enveloping a neighborhood in Fontana on Thursday.

The fire department said on Thursday there were strong winds and multiple downed power lines in the area. The department said the fire was fully contained a few hours after it was initially reported.

Several other wildfires were burning in California, including the 4,905-acre Briceburg Fire, the 4,600-acre Saddleridge Fire, and the 823-acre Sandalwood Fire. Credit: Logan L Condon via Storyful