Gann Fire in Calaveras County Prompts School Closures and Evacuations
The Gann Fire in Calaveras County, California, has led to the closure of schools and the issuance of evacuation orders as the fire continues to burn thousands of acres. The Calaveras County Sheriff has declared a local state of emergency, allowing the county to request additional resources from state agencies. The fire has already destroyed at least two homes and threatens over 900 more. Federal funds have been approved to support firefighting efforts, with 1,500 personnel deployed to combat the blaze. The fire started near Hogan Dam and Gann roads and has rapidly spread due to dry conditions. 
