Fawn Fire north of Redding, California scorches more than 6,000 acres, sends residents fleeing
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The huge Fawn Fire north of Redding, California continued to grow overnight. It has scorched more than 6,000 acres, according to Cal Fire, and forced hundreds of evacuations.
A 30-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of starting the blaze, which as of Saturday was only 10% contained.
Fire crews struggled to protect neighborhoods as high winds pushed flames into homes, burning at least 25 structures and threatening thousands more, Jonathan Vigliotti reported for "CBS Saturday Morning." Thousands of people remain under mandatory evacuation orders and warnings.
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