Winter Drought Leads to Elevated Fire Concerns
May 23, 2013; 7:53 AM ET
So far this year California has seen 1,569 wildfires, 85 percent more than in an average year. more >
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Mainly clear this evening followed by late-night low clouds
| Today | Normal | Record | 5/23/2012 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| High | 70° | 65° | N/A | 71° |
| Low | 56° | 58° | N/A | 62° |
Rises at 5:47 AM with 14:07 of sunlight, then sets at 7:54 PM
So far this year California has seen 1,569 wildfires, 85 percent more than in an average year. more >
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