Firefighters gain ground on Southern California wildfire as winds ease

Firefighters in Southern California are making progress against the Mountain Fire, which has destroyed 132 structures, primarily homes. As winds began to ease, some residents returned to assess the damage. The fire has grown to 32 square miles and is 7% contained. Around 10,000 people remain under evacuation orders as the fire threatens 3,500 structures. At least 88 additional buildings were damaged. Ten individuals suffered non-life-threatening injuries, and the cause of the fire is still unknown. The red flag warnings for high fire danger have mostly expired, but conditions remain risky. An air quality alert is in effect due to smoke from the fire, and several school districts in Ventura County are closed. Governor Gavin Newsom has declared a state of emergency in the area.