Southern California

Fast Moving Fire Burns 41 Square Miles in San Bernardino County

National Guard soldiers will help the 2,100 firefighter battling the blaze, which is headed toward Big Bear Valley.
Fast Moving Fire Burns 41 Square Miles in San Bernardino County
Crews work to protect communities from the Line fire on Sept. 8 in San Bernardino County, California. U.S. Forest Service
Jill McLaughlin
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom activated the state National Guard to respond to the intense and fast-moving Line fire in San Bernardino County on Sept. 10 as it continued to burn with “great intensity,” torching 41 square miles.

National Guard soldiers began arriving Tuesday to help sheriff’s deputies with evacuation efforts.

Jill McLaughlin
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Jill McLaughlin is an award-winning journalist covering politics, environment, and statewide issues. She has been a reporter and editor for newspapers in Oregon, Nevada, and New Mexico. Jill was born in Yosemite National Park and enjoys the majestic outdoors, traveling, golfing, and hiking.