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Newsom Declares State of Emergency Over San Bernardino Fire

Hot, dry weather could keep the Line fire active as 1,700 firefighting personnel continue to battle the blaze.
Newsom Declares State of Emergency Over San Bernardino Fire
The Line Fire in San Bernardino County, Calif., had grown to 32 square miles as of Sept. 9, 2024. U.S. Forest Service
Jill McLaughlin
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom has proclaimed a state of emergency over a fast-growing fire in San Bernardino County that was covering 32 square miles as of Sept. 9.

The declaration will help fire officials battle the Line fire, which started at about 6:30 p.m. local time on Sept. 5. The state also secured a grant—approved by the Biden administration—from the Federal Emergency Management Agency to help ensure that vital resources are available to help fight the fire.

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.