A fireworks explosion in a Northern California warehouse ignited a wildfire in Esparto on Tuesday, triggering evacuations for residents nearby. The Oakdale fire started at 6 p.m., with authorities reporting multiple spot fires ignited by the blast. The Yolo County Sheriff's Office announced that investigations would require time due to safety assessments. By Wednesday morning, the fire had spread to 78 acres with no containment. Additionally, above-normal temperatures in the region posed moderate heat risks, raising concerns about further fire dangers.
Authorities stated the Oakdale fire started around 6 p.m. Tuesday in Esparto, after an explosion ignited several nearby spot fires, leading to evacuations.
The Yolo County Sheriff's Office reported that the investigation into the cause of the warehouse explosion would take time, necessitating a cooling period before experts can assess the site.
Footage revealed significant smoke and flames from the warehouse explosion, illustrating the destructive potential of fireworks mishaps as the incident continued to evolve.
The Oakdale fire has burned 78 acres with no containment reported by Wednesday morning, exacerbated by fire-friendly weather conditions in the area.
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