Firefighters tackling week-old mosquito fires may experience difficulties due to a weekend weather system.
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It is now the biggest fire in the state so far this year after burning over 66,000 acres.
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The system is expected to bring colder temperatures and rain, ranging from a quarter of an inch (0.63 cm) to over one inch (2.54 cm).
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The flames raged for many days in the Sierra foothills in Placer and El Dorado Counties, roughly 110 miles (177 kilometres) northeast of San Francisco.
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But in addition to the rain, high winds are predicted for the area starting on Saturday.
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These winds have the potential to throw smouldering embers and start a fire.
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On Thursday, firefighters successfully prevented the flames from reaching a mountain village once more.
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Firefighters managed to save every home despite a drainage ditch in the area erupted in flames.
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Over the past three decades, according to scientists, climate change has made the West hotter and drier.
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Additionally, it will intensify weather patterns and increase the frequency and devastation of wildfires.
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20% of the fires were caused by mosquitoes, which destroyed at least 70 dwellings and other structures.
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Around October 15, the fire is anticipated to be fully under control.
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