A fast-moving wildfire has ravaged the historic California Gold Rush town of Chinese Camp, destroying multiple homes and prompting evacuations. The blaze, which was caused by lightning, quickly spread across thousands of acres, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake.
According to ABC News, the wildfire burned homes in Chinese Camp, a town settled around 1850 by Chinese miners who were driven out of a nearby camp. The fire grew without containment, expanding to 10 square miles (26 square kilometers) in size, forcing the evacuation of the town and surrounding highways.
CNN reported that several homes were destroyed in Chinese Camp, while KCRALightning and KTVU highlighted the ongoing evacuations in Tuolumne County due to the rapidly spreading fire. The San Francisco Chronicle and The New York Times also covered the devastating impact of the wildfire on the historic Gold Rush town.
The Guardian emphasized the historical significance of Chinese Camp, noting that it was established by Chinese miners during the Gold Rush era. The Hill further underscored the rapid spread of the wildfire and the challenges faced by firefighters in containing the blaze.
As the wildfire continues to burn unchecked, the BBC reported that at least five homes have been destroyed, adding to the urgency of the situation. The destruction of historic buildings in Chinese Camp has left residents and authorities grappling with the aftermath of the disaster.
The absence of California Governor Gavin Newsom during the emergency drew criticism, as Breitbart highlighted. Newsom’s personal travel coincided with the destructive wildfires, raising concerns about leadership and response to natural disasters in the state.
In the face of this crisis, the community of Chinese Camp and surrounding areas are in dire need of support and assistance to rebuild and recover from the devastation caused by the wildfire. The resilience and strength of the residents will be tested as they come together to overcome this challenging time.
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References:
– ABC News: https://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/quick-moving-wildfire-scorches-historic-california-gold-mining-125206058
– CNN: https://news.google.com/rss/articles/CBMikAFBVV95cUxQX3hVSDRHdDZZQ3hhalRXdThZTmNUeGwzOGZVTkRJRmRtQTZRNmdYSndVQkR4MVpfLVhyRk9jY2NHcU9CRkV0OEZfaEtITFdLVVYta2ZmMU5QUmlXOXk5WmNzbzdWSTJqUTBqR1J0WTFwdWhzTGVpVjI4LUpEMDg4ZWxZc1dGNE91QmM0VDczeWc?oc=5&hl=en-US&gl=US&ceid=US:en
– The Guardian: https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/sep/03/california-wildfires-chinese-camp
– Breitbart: https://www.breitbart.com/politics/2025/09/03/gavin-newsom-california-wildfires-gone
– BBC: https://www.bbc.com/news/videos/cyv6p3j85q3o?at_medium=RSS&at_campaign=rss
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