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Madre Fire grows to over 50,000 acres on 4th of Jul.

Madre Fire grows to over 50,000 acres on Fourth of July: See map

California's Madre Fire sparked in the late evening of July 3 but has since grown to the largest in the state this year by the Fourth.

Newsweek · 1d

Madre Fire Map: California Wildfire Engulfed 35,000 Acres in 24 Hours

A California wildfire that started on Wednesday afternoon continues to burn, having destroyed over 35,000 acres as of Thursday afternoon, with only a tiny portion contained. California has already been hit with massive wildfires this year,

ABC · 1d

Madre Fire in California explodes to more than 35,000 acres overnight, evacuation orders issued

The Madre Fire ignited Wednesday afternoon in San Luis Obispo County and has since grown to more than 35,500 acres, according to Cal Fire.

Southern California Fourth of Jul. events

NBC Los Angeles on MSN · 1d

Fourth of July 2025: Celebrate with parades, pool parties and BBQs across Southern California

Before a night filled with captivating professional firework shows, families can enjoy daytime events on Friday, July 4.

CBS News on MSN · 12h

Southern California 4th of July events: Here is where to celebrate

Here's a rundown of Friday's, July 4 celebrations in LA and much of Southern California, from Ventura County down to the Inland Empire.

The Record on MSN · 17h

Is Walmart open on the 4th of July? See what's closed in California from banks to mail

While grocery stores like Trader Joe's and Walmart will be open with limited hours, some places, like post offices, are closed this holiday.

Explosion destroys California fireworks warehouse

CNN on MSN · 13h

Search continues for 7 missing after huge explosion at California fireworks warehouse

Rescue crews were searching on Thursday for seven people still missing days after an explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Northern California shook a tiny farming community and forced the cancellation of nearby July Fourth celebrations.

The Associated Press on MSN · 2h

Human remains located after California fireworks warehouse explosion

No positive identifications have been made, and recovery efforts are still underway, the county said in a statement.

CBS News · 1d

California fireworks warehouse explosion forces several cities to put July 4 shows on hold

These municipalities have put their Fourth of July shows on hold after the explosion at a fireworks warehouse in Esparto.

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California’s Largest Wildfire of the Year Forces Evacuations

The Madre Fire has grown to more than 52,500 acres in San Luis Obispo County.

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Northern California 4th of July forecast: Pleasant weather Friday before weekend warm-up

This year's Fourth of July will be a pleasant one for Northern California as temperatures are expected to be fairly below ...

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July 4th drone shows will light up skies in dozens of cities this year

Dozens of cities across the U.S. will host drone shows on the Fourth of July this year, seeing them as preferable to ...

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Hundreds rally on July 4 against immigration raids, budget bill in downtown L.A.

Hundreds of protesters skipped the barbecues and spent Fourth of July rallying in downtown L.A. against immigration raids ...

Bacteria levels prompt some beach closures ahead of Fourth of July

A seaside escape is always a popular summer activity, particularly for Fourth of July festivities, but with potentially ...

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Madre Fire explodes in size, becoming California's largest wildfire this year

The Madre Fire is the largest wildfire in California in 2025 — surpassing the Los Angeles-area fires that devastated parts of the region in January.

Silverwood Lake Recreation Area closed through July 4th holiday weekend

California State Park officials have closed the Silverwood Lake Recreation Area through the Fourth of July holiday weekend.

Bay Area Fourth of July travel traditions continue: Packed traffic, long airport lines

Here’s how chaotic it may be: According to AAA, more than 8.9 million Californians are expected to travel on the road or by ...

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