Zaca Fire, California Click Image to Enlarge  (JPG) (1,892,215 bytes) ( 3,016 x 3,076 )

On August 7, 2007, the Zaca fire continued to burn in the Los Padres National Forest north of Santa Barbara, California. The fire started more than a month ago, on July 4, and has burned 69,800 acres. The fire remains in steep, rocky terrain with poor access. The continued poor access makes containment difficult in the wilderness area on the eastern flank. So far only one outbuilding has been destroyed; but over 450 homes are currently threatened. Over 2300 fire personnel, aided by four airtankers and 15 helicopters, are working to contain this massive fire. Full containment is expected on September 1. The image covers 45.2 x 46.1 km, and is centered near 34.6 degrees north latitude, 119.7 degrees west longitude.