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A wildfire in Tahoe National Forest in Sierra County has exploded to almost 1,400 acres as of Tuesday morning and prompted hundreds of evacuations in the area.The U.S. Forest Service said almost 300 structures and more than 500 residences were under a mandatory evacuation order. The fire has left 760 homes without power.
Officials said that on Tuesday crews would continue to work to contain the fire line and focus on protecting structures. "In addition to full suppression efforts, significant structure defense resources are working to triage and defend structures in and around Sierra Brooks. Primary and contingency lines will be constructed as necessary in order to protect the community," the Forest Service said. Mandatory evacuation orders were in effect for Sierra Books.
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