Firefighters Battle Blaze in Oakland Hills

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A large, fast-moving brush fire has broken out in the Oakland hills, threatening homes and forcing evacuations.** At least 10 structures have been damaged, and more than 200 nearby homes have been evacuated. The fire has spread to about 13 acres, and firefighters have been able to stop its forward progress. No injuries have been reported. The fire broke out amid a string of very windy and dry conditions, which had prompted a 'Red Flag' warning for the risk of brush fires.

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