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Gann Fire: Evacuation map for fire in Calaveras County
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Key Points:
- A wildfire named the Gann Fire near New Hogan Lake in Calaveras County has grown to 2,100 acres since starting Monday evening, prompting evacuation orders for multiple zones and an advisory for another.
- Evacuation centers for displaced residents are set up at Jenny Lind Memorial District in Valley Springs, with provisions including meals, water, and emotional support, while livestock and pets can be sheltered at designated locations.
- Firefighting efforts have faced challenges, including a firefighter injury from a dozer rollover and a head-on collision between a pickup truck and a fire engine, which temporarily blocked access for emergency crews.
- Despite the wildfire, Calaveras Unified School District will keep schools open and monitor conditions, moving outdoor activities indoors as a precaution.
- Authorities urge residents under evacuation orders to leave immediately due to imminent danger, while those under advisory should stay alert for updates and follow local guidance.
