Favorable weather conditions on Saturday allowed thousands of firefighters to gain control over the Mountain fire in Ventura County, which has burned 20,000 acres, destroyed over 130 homes, and damaged nearly 90 others. The blaze was 17% contained as crews worked to put out mulch fires and hot spots, with improved air quality and evacuation notices still in effect for certain areas. The fire, the most destructive in Southern California in years, prompted Governor Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency and request federal assistance to combat the ongoing threat posed by repeated wildfires in the region.
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Americans divided on possible US involvement in Iran
US President Donald Trump is considering whether the US should assist Israel in its military actions against Iran, suggesting that intervention may be necessary to prevent Iran from acquiring nuclear capabilities. An Iranian official has cautioned that US involvement could lead to an "all-out war," prompting public opinion polls on American support for engagement in the conflict. Need More Context? 🔎
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