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Powerful images of the Caldor fire in Northern California

The fight continues...

David Rodriguez-USA TODAY NETWORK

Now 20 days (and counting), the Caldor fire has thrashed a destructive path in Northern California that has burned over 214,000 acres and caused thousands to evacuate. The fire is currently nearing 40% percent contained, though, with hopeful signs—in the form of higher humidity and lower temperatures—providing a more optimistic outlook. As the blaze's torment approaches one month, here are some of the powerful images that have been taken from hot spots around the areas that have been affected.

Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

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Caldor Fire

David Rodriguez-USA TODAY NETWORK

Caldor Fire

David Rodriguez-USA TODAY NETWORK

Caldor Fire

David Rodriguez-USA TODAY NETWORK

Caldor Fire

David Rodriguez-USA TODAY NETWORK

Caldor Fire

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