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Massive Blazes Burn Through State Firefighting Budget

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The enormous King Fire in El Dorado County has prompted the evacuation of thousands of people, and its smoke is causing the cancellation of outdoor activities as far away as Reno. It's one of several fires burning across the Golden State this week. California has spent more than $191 million fighting fires since the new fiscal year began July 1, just about exhausting the funds allocated for an entire year of firefighting.

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