Soberanes wildfire continues to ravage Monterey County

Smoke from a wildfire spreads over woods, as seen from White Rock in Carmel Valley, southeast of Monterey, Calif., Wednesday, July 27, 2016. Acting Gov. Tom Torlakson, substituting for Gov. Jerry Brown who is at the Democratic National Convention with other top state officials, declared a state of emergency for the fire and another wildfire outside of Los Angeles on Tuesday night. The move frees up funding and relaxes regulations to help with the firefight and recovery. (AP Photo/Nic Coury)

With the Sobernanes wildfire at a mere 15% containment, Take Two's A. Martinez talks to California Fire Battalion Chief Robert Fish about the problems that lay ahead for firefighters and residents alike.

Firefighters in Monterey County continue to battle a blaze that broke out last week. Since then, the fire has consumed over 31,000 acres, forced hundreds of residents from their homes, and has claimed one life.

Drought in the area has also exacerbated the problem. With high temperatures and low humidity continuing into the weekend, firefighters are struggling to manage an inferno that's currently only 15% contained.

KPCC's A. Martinez talks to Robert Fish, California Fire Battalion Chief and Information Officer, about the challenges that lay ahead for firefighters and residents alike.