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California braces for wildfire nightmare as 70mph winds threaten hundreds of thousands with blackouts

The Independent World · 15 October 2026 at 12:12

California braces for wildfire nightmare as 70mph winds threaten hundreds of thousands with blackouts

California is bracing for fire weather, with thousands potentially losing power as utilities aim to prevent wildfires during hot and windy conditions

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California braces for wildfire nightmare as 70mph winds threaten hundreds of thousands with blackouts

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