Thousands Of Properties At Risk As Wildfire Rages Near Yosemite National Park

Firefighters near Yosemite National Park are racing to contain the deadly Ferguson Fire as hotter temperatures raise the danger for thousands of homes potentially in its path. Six firefighters have already been injured and one killed battling the 51-square-mile fire, which is burning in rugged terrain near the national park’s west side. Multiple evacuation orders are in place for the small communities dotted through the area, and more residents are on evacuation alert. Yosemite remains open, but one of its scenic routes, Glacier Point Road, was closed to the public so firefighters could travel more effectively.