The battle to contain the massive Gifford wildfire continues on the Central Coast.
It’s now at just over 91,000 acres burned, and 9% containment. It grew by about 6,000 acres from Tuesday to Wednesday.
The huge fire started on Friday, off Highway 166, about 15 miles northeast of Santa Maria. It’s burning in both Santa Barbara and San Luis Obispo Counties, with much of the land involved in the fire in the Los Padres National Forest.
The fire threatens about 1,200 structures, including ranches and homes scattered throughout the rugged mountains and canyons. No buildings have been reported destroyed or damaged, but several evacuation orders and warnings are in effect.
More resources are pouring into the region to help with the battle, with 2,300 people now helping with the firefight.
Highway 166 remains closed between Santa Maria and New Cuyama.
