The fast-moving
Mountain fire threatened populated areas in California’s Ventura County after beginning as a brush fire on November 6.Video filmed by resident Monica Gamble shows smoke from the fire sweeping over the Camarillo Heights neighborhood on Wednesday, propelled by high winds.“Here we are in November, fighting for our lives as climate change reminds us who’s really in control,” Gamble wrote in her post on Instagram.“We just left our home, and I’m hoping and praying we have a home to return to. I can’t say I’m not overwhelmed and scared to death, but if you pray, please pray for us!”As of Thursday, the fire was an
estimated 19,643 acres in size with no containment, according to Cal Fire, and had destroyed
numerous homes. Credit: Monica Gamble via Storyful