As of midday on Tuesday, the Mendocino Complex Fire, the largest in California’s history, had ravaged over 290,000 acres, or 453 square miles, making it roughly as big as the city of Los Angeles, which encompasses 469 square miles. The fire is 34% contained.
The Mendocino Complex fire is comprised of two fires; the River Fire and the Ranch Fire. The River Fire is located northeast of Hopland, and the Ranch Fire is located northeast of Ukiah. 75 residences and 68 other structures have been destroyed.
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