A Southern California wildfire in Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo counties has reached “megafire” status after reaching over 122,000 acres Aug. 12, becoming the state’s largest fire this year.
The Gifford Fire has destroyed four homes and injured seven people—including four civilians–since it ignited on Aug. 1, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Management of Luna Red, a restaurant in the college town of San Luis Obispo, was thankful for ongoing efforts to preserve the surrounding communities as flames continued to scorch the region in and around the Los Padres National Forest.
“San Luis Obispo city remains safe at this time,” Luna Red posted on Facebook Aug. 12. “Our hearts are with the ranchers, residents, and everyone impacted by the Gifford Fire. We’re incredibly grateful for CalFire and the out-of-area crews working tirelessly to protect our region and battle this fire.”…