California's Camp, Woolsey, and Hill wildfires continued to grow over the weekend, expanding to 105,000 acres, 70,000 acres, and 4,500 acres, respectively.
At least 23 people have been killed by the Camp Fire in northern California, where high winds are expected to return Sunday after a brief lull Saturday. An additional three dozen remain missing in the Camp Fire area.
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