The Park Fire north of Chico, California, has burned 428,744 acres as of August 9, according to Cal Fire. (https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2024/7/24/park-fire/updates/075268ed-a...(link is external)), making it the 4th largest in California History according to the New York Times ("What to Know about Park Fire, the 4th Largest in California History"). The Times reports that the fire was startted when a man pushed a burning car into a gully. A suspect has been arrested.
The fire has spread through Lassen National Forest in terrain that is difficult for firefighters.
Cal Fire reports that "Over the weekend, lower temperatures and higher humidity are expected to limit fire spread in some areas. However, winds are expected to increase which could lead to more wind-driven fire activity."