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California Firefighters Get Break from Easing Winds
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Winds are slowing in California, giving firefighters a respite from the massive wildfires. The fires around Los Angeles are contained, but farther south in San Diego County firefighters are struggling to control them. Around 10,000 firefighters are working day and night on the blazes.
Andrew Phelps reports from member station KPBS
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