Firefighters Battle Blaze Approaching California-Nevada Border as Tourists Face Poor Air Quality
The Caldor Fire, which has already destroyed hundreds of homes in California, is rapidly advancing toward Lake Tahoe, prompting an urgent response from thousands of firefighters. As the fire, now less than 20 miles from the lake, consumes the surrounding rugged timberlands, California’s state fire chief, Thom Porter, warned that it is “knocking on the door” of the Lake Tahoe basin. Meanwhile, tourists hoping to enjoy the lake’s scenic beauty were forced to seek refuge indoors as thick yellow smoke and ash clouded the air. On Tuesday, ash fell across the region, prompting visitors to take shelter in local cafes, gear shops, and casinos as they awaited relief from the hazardous conditions.
