More than 12,000 residents have been evacuated as the destructive Rocky fire exploded to 60,000 acres across three counties and consumed 50 structures, including 24 homes.
The wildfire, 12% contained Monday morning, was threatening 6,301 structures in Colusa, Lake and Yolo counties as it continued to advance despite firefighting efforts.
Fire activity grew dramatically in an area with “little to no fire history,” according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
More than 2,900 firefighters were aggressively working to stop the fire, but flames have been difficult to reach due to the steep, rugged area with limited access, Cal Fire said.