The Sheep Fire, which began burning near Wrightwood in San Bernardino County on Saturday, is 81% contained as of Wednesday morning, according to Cal Fire.
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Southern California officials had just warned residents that drought and extreme heat were creating conditions for a potentially treacherous fire season.
The Sheep Fire continues to burn near Wrightwood and the Angeles National Forest in San Bernardino County. Evacuations have been ordered as firefighters work to.