The Gifford Fire in Southern California has consumed over 80,000 acres and forced parts of two counties to be evacuated. The fire, located on Highway 166 northwest of Santa Maria, California, was burning on both sides of the highway, with more active spread on the south side of the road, according to Cal Fire.

The Gifford Fire along Highway 166 west of Cuyama, California, has exploded to over 30,500 acres with only 5% containment, prompting evacuation orders in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara Counties. Driven by dry fuels and rugged terrain,

A fast-moving wildfire in central California has scorched more than 72,000 acres across Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties, prompting evacuation orders, highway closures, and at least three injuries as firefighters struggle to contain the blaze.