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McDonald's in Paradise, Calif., as the Camp Fire devours the town, 15 miles east of Chico. The top photo shows the fast-food restaurant before it was engulfed in flames.
McDonald's in Paradise, Calif., as the Camp Fire devours the town, 15 miles east of Chico. The top photo shows the fast-food restaurant before it was engulfed in flames.
Photo: Oakland Fire Department
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BEFORE: Honey Run Covered Bridge, Chico
The Honey Run Covered Bridge was the only triple-span covered bridge in the U.S.
Read our story here.
BEFORE: Honey Run Covered Bridge, Chico
The Honey Run Covered Bridge was the only triple-span covered bridge in the U.S.
Read our story here.
Photo: Jgreesonarts/Getty Images/iStockphoto
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AFTER: Honey Run Covered Bridge, Chico
The historic Honey Run Covered Bridge connecting Chico and Paradise was destroyed in the Camp Fire.
AFTER: Honey Run Covered Bridge, Chico
The historic Honey Run Covered Bridge connecting Chico and Paradise was destroyed in the Camp Fire.
Photo: Kurtis Alexander/Chronicle
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BEFORE: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Paradise
Located at 1275 Bille Rd.
BEFORE: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Paradise
Located at 1275 Bille Rd.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Paradise
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
AFTER: Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints, Paradise
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante / The Chronicle
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BEFORE: Treasures from Paradise, Paradise
Located at 6051 Skyway, Paradise, Calif.
BEFORE: Treasures from Paradise, Paradise
Located at 6051 Skyway, Paradise, Calif.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Treasures from Paradise, Paradise
A destroyed antique shop is seen off of Skyway after the Camp Fire tore through the town of Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
AFTER: Treasures from Paradise, Paradise
A destroyed antique shop is seen off of Skyway after the Camp Fire tore through the town of Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Gabrielle Lurie / The Chronicle
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BEFORE: ARCO, Paradise
A view of an ARCO Gas station located at 7575 Skyway, Paradise, Calif.
BEFORE: ARCO, Paradise
A view of an ARCO Gas station located at 7575 Skyway, Paradise, Calif.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFER: ARCO, Paradise
Rocklin police officer Randy Law tends to a horse that was found wandering after the Camp Fire moved through the area on Nov. 9, 2018 in Paradise, Calif.
AFER: ARCO, Paradise
Rocklin police officer Randy Law tends to a horse that was found wandering after the Camp Fire moved through the area on Nov. 9, 2018 in Paradise, Calif.
Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
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BEFORE: Blackbear Diner, Paradise
A local place for American comfort food.
BEFORE: Blackbear Diner, Paradise
A local place for American comfort food.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Blackbear Diner, Paradise
The popular restaurant burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, Calif., on Nov. 8, 2018.
AFTER: Blackbear Diner, Paradise
The popular restaurant burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, Calif., on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images
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BEFORE: Black Bear Diner, Paradise
A local place at 5791 Clark Rd. for American comfort food.
BEFORE: Black Bear Diner, Paradise
A local place at 5791 Clark Rd. for American comfort food.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Blackbear Diner, Paradise
The popular restaurant burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, Calif., on Nov. 8, 2018.
AFTER: Blackbear Diner, Paradise
The popular restaurant burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, Calif., on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images
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BEFORE: Kelly's Paradise Muffler, Paradise
Located at 6087 Skyway, Paradise, Calif.
BEFORE: Kelly's Paradise Muffler, Paradise
Located at 6087 Skyway, Paradise, Calif.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Kelly's Paradise Muffler, Paradise
Cars pass through Skyway after the Camp Fire tore through the town of Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
AFTER: Kelly's Paradise Muffler, Paradise
Cars pass through Skyway after the Camp Fire tore through the town of Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Gabrielle Lurie, The Chronicle
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BEFORE: Sam's Liquor, Paradise
Located at 6404 Clark Rd, Paradise, Calif.
BEFORE: Sam's Liquor, Paradise
Located at 6404 Clark Rd, Paradise, Calif.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Sam's Liquor, Paradise
Sam's Liquor store at Clark and Bille Roads after Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
AFTER: Sam's Liquor, Paradise
Sam's Liquor store at Clark and Bille Roads after Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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BEFORE: Paradise Skilled Nursing Center, Paradise
The senior living center at 7419 Skyway.
BEFORE: Paradise Skilled Nursing Center, Paradise
The senior living center at 7419 Skyway.
Photo: Screengrab Via Google Maps
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AFTER: Paradise Skilled Nursing Center, Paradise
A sign attached to the Paradise Skilled Nursing Center, along with the building, burns.
AFTER: Paradise Skilled Nursing Center, Paradise
A sign attached to the Paradise Skilled Nursing Center, along with the building, burns.
Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
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BEFORE: Jack and the Box, Paradise
One of several fast-food spots in Paradise
BEFORE: Jack and the Box, Paradise
One of several fast-food spots in Paradise
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Jack and the Box, Paradise
A Jack In The Box fast food restaurant burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, north of Sacramento, California on Nov. 08, 2018.
AFTER: Jack and the Box, Paradise
A Jack In The Box fast food restaurant burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, north of Sacramento, California on Nov. 08, 2018.
Photo: JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images
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BEFORE: Paradise Elementary School
An elementary school offering kindergarten through 5th grade education.
BEFORE: Paradise Elementary School
An elementary school offering kindergarten through 5th grade education.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Paradise Elementary School
The school burns down as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
AFTER: Paradise Elementary School
The school burns down as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images
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BEFORE: Paradise Inn Hotel
A motor hotel located at 5423 Skyway.
BEFORE: Paradise Inn Hotel
A motor hotel located at 5423 Skyway.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Paradise Inn
The motel at 5423 Skyway burns as the Camp Fire tears through Paradise, Calif., on Nov. 08, 2018.
AFTER: Paradise Inn
The motel at 5423 Skyway burns as the Camp Fire tears through Paradise, Calif., on Nov. 08, 2018.
Photo: JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images
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BEFORE: Safeway, Paradise
The Safeway in Paradise, Calif. is seen here in this April 2015 photo.
BEFORE: Safeway, Paradise
The Safeway in Paradise, Calif. is seen here in this April 2015 photo.
Photo: Photo By Charles Hathaway Flickr
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AFTER: Safeway, Paradise
The Safeway grocery store was gutted during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
AFTER: Safeway, Paradise
The Safeway grocery store was gutted during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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BEFORE: Darlene's Fine Candy & Ice Cream, Paradise
Candy shop located at 6014 Clark Rd.
BEFORE: Darlene's Fine Candy & Ice Cream, Paradise
Candy shop located at 6014 Clark Rd.
Photo: Photo By Olin S. On Yelp
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AFTER: Darlene's Fine Candy & Ice Cream, Paradise
Darlene's Fine Candy & Ice Cream in Old Town Plaza during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
AFTER: Darlene's Fine Candy & Ice Cream, Paradise
Darlene's Fine Candy & Ice Cream in Old Town Plaza during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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BEFORE: Elliot Road, Paradise
A view of Elliot Road as seen on 978 Elliott Rd.
BEFORE: Elliot Road, Paradise
A view of Elliot Road as seen on 978 Elliott Rd.
Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Elliot Road, Paradise
Brian Robinson and his dog, Beulah, walk down Elliot Road during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
AFTER: Elliot Road, Paradise
Brian Robinson and his dog, Beulah, walk down Elliot Road during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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BEFORE: Feather River Hospital, Paradise
The Adventist Health Feather River hospital is a 101-bed acute care hospital with an array of outpatient departments and services. The hospital still stands but sustained significant damages.
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BEFORE: Feather River Hospital, Paradise
The Adventist Health Feather River hospital is a 101-bed acute care hospital with an array of outpatient departments and services. The hospital still stands but
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Photo: Google Maps
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AFTER: Feather River Hospital, Paradise
The Feather River Hospital burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
AFTER: Feather River Hospital, Paradise
The Feather River Hospital burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images
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Sheriffs yell to drivers to evacuate the area off of Pentz Road during the Camp Fire in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Sheriffs yell to drivers to evacuate the area off of Pentz Road during the Camp Fire in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Gabrielle Lurie / The Chronicle
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Mic McCrary, 27, sits on a motorized go-cart that he used to rescue his two dogs, pictures, as the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. McCrary stayed in his home with 90-year-old Norma Weldon and her son, Brad, as the fire overtook their entire neighborhood while leaving his home untouched.
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Mic McCrary, 27, sits on a motorized go-cart that he used to rescue his two dogs, pictures, as the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. McCrary stayed in his home
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Photo: Jessica Christian / The Chronicle
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Brad Weldon checks on his mother, Norma Weldon, 90, as they stay inside their home after the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. Weldon stayed in his home with his 90-year-old mother, Norma Weldon, and roommate, Mic McCrary, as the fire overtook their entire neighborhood while leaving his home untouched.
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Brad Weldon checks on his mother, Norma Weldon, 90, as they stay inside their home after the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. Weldon stayed in his home with his
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Photo: Jessica Christian / The Chronicle
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Officer Randy Law tends to a rescued horse as a wildfire burns in Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Officer Randy Law tends to a rescued horse as a wildfire burns in Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Noah Berger, AP
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Firefighter Jose Corona sprays water as flames consume from the Camp Fire consume a home in Magalia, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. (AP Photo/Noah Berger)
Firefighter Jose Corona sprays water as flames consume from the Camp Fire consume a home in Magalia, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. (AP Photo/Noah Berger)
Photo: Noah Berger / Associated Press
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Firefighters work on a controlled burn at a wildfire, Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in Magalia, Calif.
Firefighters work on a controlled burn at a wildfire, Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in Magalia, Calif.
Photo: John Locher, AP
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Araya Cipollini cries near the remains of her family's home burned in the Camp Fire, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Paradise, Calif. The blaze that started Thursday outside the hilly town of Paradise has grown and destroyed more than 6,700 buildings, almost all of them homes, making it California's most destructive wildfire since record-keeping began. But crews have made gains and the fire is partially contained, officials said Saturday.
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Araya Cipollini cries near the remains of her family's home burned in the Camp Fire, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Paradise, Calif. The blaze that started Thursday outside the hilly town of Paradise has grown
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Photo: John Locher, AP
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Krystin Harvey, left, comforts her daughter Araya Cipollini at the remains of their home burned in the Camp Fire, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Paradise, Calif. The blaze that started Thursday outside the hilly town of Paradise has grown and destroyed more than 6,700 buildings, almost all of them homes, making it California's most destructive wildfire since record-keeping began. But crews have made gains and the fire is partially contained, officials said Saturday.
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Krystin Harvey, left, comforts her daughter Araya Cipollini at the remains of their home burned in the Camp Fire, Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018, in Paradise, Calif. The blaze that started Thursday outside the hilly
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Photo: John Locher, AP
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A firefighter sprays water on a controlled burn at a wildfire, Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in Magalia, Calif.
A firefighter sprays water on a controlled burn at a wildfire, Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in Magalia, Calif.
Photo: John Locher, AP
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Brad Weldon looks at a charred U-Haul that was burnt inside a storage unit facility after the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018.
Brad Weldon looks at a charred U-Haul that was burnt inside a storage unit facility after the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018.
Photo: Jessica Christian / The Chronicle
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Charred mailboxes sit on the ground along Lisa Lane after the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018.
Charred mailboxes sit on the ground along Lisa Lane after the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018.
Photo: Jessica Christian / The Chronicle
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Mic McCrary, 27, shuts the sliding glass door of his home behind him before checking out damage around the neighborhood after the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10, 2018. McCrary stayed in his home with 90-year-old Norma Weldon and her son, Brad, as the fire overtook their entire neighborhood while leaving his home untouched.
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Mic McCrary, 27, shuts the sliding glass door of his home behind him before checking out damage around the neighborhood after the Camp Fire devastated the entire town of Paradise, Calif. Saturday, Nov. 10,
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Photo: Jessica Christian, The Chronicle
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Businesses burn in downtown Paradise during Camp Fire in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Businesses burn in downtown Paradise during Camp Fire in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante / The Chronicle
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The sun rises above the East Bay hills through a smoky haze in Berkeley, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Air quality in the region remains unhealthy while smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to drift to the south.
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The sun rises above the East Bay hills through a smoky haze in Berkeley, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Air quality in the region remains unhealthy while smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to
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Photo: Paul Chinn, The Chronicle
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Dramatic black plumes of smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico.
Dramatic black plumes of smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico.
Photo: Oakland Firefighters Local 55 Facebook Page
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Firefighter Jose Corona monitors a burning home as the Camp Fire burns in Magalia, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Firefighter Jose Corona monitors a burning home as the Camp Fire burns in Magalia, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Noah Berger, AP
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The walls of a scorched antique shop stand on Skyway after a wildfire burned through Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
The walls of a scorched antique shop stand on Skyway after a wildfire burned through Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Noah Berger, AP
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Abandoned vehicles line Skyway after a wildfire burned through Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Abandoned vehicles line Skyway after a wildfire burned through Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Noah Berger, AP
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Officer Randy Law tends to a rescued horse rescued as a wildfire burns in Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Officer Randy Law tends to a rescued horse rescued as a wildfire burns in Paradise, Calif., on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018.
Photo: Noah Berger, AP
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A partially burned flag flies during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
A partially burned flag flies during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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Smoke billows out from a house during the Camp Fire in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke billows out from a house during the Camp Fire in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Gabrielle Lurie / The Chronicle
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A hotshot firefighter watches as the Camp Fire burns off of Pentz Road in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
A hotshot firefighter watches as the Camp Fire burns off of Pentz Road in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Gabrielle Lurie / The Chronicle
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Fire trucks stage on Highway 191 during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Fire trucks stage on Highway 191 during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante / The Chronicle
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The Safeway grocery store was gutted during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
The Safeway grocery store was gutted during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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The Camp Fire burns off of Pentz Road in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
The Camp Fire burns off of Pentz Road in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Gabrielle Lurie / The Chronicle
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Cases of beer inside gutted Safeway grocery store during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Cases of beer inside gutted Safeway grocery store during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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A scorched vehicle rests on a roadside as the Camp Fire tears through Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching babies and pets as they abandoned vehicles and struck out on foot ahead of the flames that forced the evacuation of an entire town and destroyed hundreds of structures.
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A scorched vehicle rests on a roadside as the Camp Fire tears through Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some
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Photo: Noah Berger/AP
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A hotshot crewmember watches as the Camp Fire burns off of Pentz Road in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
A hotshot crewmember watches as the Camp Fire burns off of Pentz Road in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Gabrielle Lurie / The Chronicle
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First Assembly of God Church was destroyed during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
First Assembly of God Church was destroyed during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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Burned vehicles at a car dealership during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Burned vehicles at a car dealership during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante / The Chronicle
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Residents of Paradise wait outside the evacuation area during Camp Fire west of Paradise, Calif.. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Residents of Paradise wait outside the evacuation area during Camp Fire west of Paradise, Calif.. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante / The Chronicle
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Abandoned burned out cars sit in the middle of the road after the Camp Fire moved through the area on November 8, 2018 in Paradise, California. Fueled by high winds and low humidity, the rapidly spreading wildfire has ripped through the town of Paradise, charring 18,000 acres and destroying dozens of homes in a matter of hours. The fire is currently at zero containment.
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Abandoned burned out cars sit in the middle of the road after the Camp Fire moved through the area on November 8, 2018 in Paradise, California. Fueled by high winds and low humidity, the rapidly spreading
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Photo: Justin Sullivan/Getty Images
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A pick up truck drives on a road during Camp Fire west of Paradise, Calif.. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
A pick up truck drives on a road during Camp Fire west of Paradise, Calif.. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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A pick up truck drives on a road during Camp Fire west of Paradise, Calif.. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
A pick up truck drives on a road during Camp Fire west of Paradise, Calif.. on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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A home burns as the Camp Fire rages through Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching babies and pets as they abandoned vehicles and struck out on foot ahead of the flames that forced the evacuation of an entire town.
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A home burns as the Camp Fire rages through Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching babies and pets
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Photo: Noah Berger, AP
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A home burns as the Camp Fire rages through Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching babies and pets as they abandoned vehicles and struck out on foot ahead of the flames that forced the evacuation of an entire town.
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A home burns as the Camp Fire rages through Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching babies and pets
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Photo: Noah Berger, AP
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The Camp Fire rages through Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching babies and pets as they abandoned vehicles and struck out on foot ahead of the flames that forced the evacuation of an entire town.
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The Camp Fire rages through Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching babies and pets as they abandoned
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Photo: Noah Berger, AP
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A home burns as the Camp Fire rages through Paradise, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Tens of thousands of people fled a fast-moving wildfire Thursday in Northern California, some clutching babies and pets as they abandoned vehicles and struck out on foot ahead of the flames that forced the evacuation of an entire town.
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Photo: Noah Berger, AP
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Vehicles burn during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Vehicles burn during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante / The Chronicle
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The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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Businesses burn in downtown Paradise during Camp Fire in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Businesses burn in downtown Paradise during Camp Fire in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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A PG&E worker runs while dealing with downed power lines during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
A PG&E worker runs while dealing with downed power lines during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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A charred wheelchair in Paradise Gardens senior community during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
A charred wheelchair in Paradise Gardens senior community during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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A business burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
A business burns during Camp Fire in Paradise, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. (AP Photo/Don Thompson)
Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. (AP Photo/Don Thompson)
Photo: Don Thompson, Associated Press
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The massive plume from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., wafts over the Sacramento Valley as seen from Chico, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Authorities in Northern California have ordered mandatory evacuations in a rural area where the wildfire has grown to 1,000 acres (405 hectares) amid hot and windy weather. (David Little/Chico Enterprise-Record via AP)
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The massive plume from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., wafts over the Sacramento Valley as seen from Chico, Calif., on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. Authorities in Northern
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Photo: David Little, AP
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Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky above the Butte College sig in Oroville, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky above the Butte College sig in Oroville, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Don Thompson, AP
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Twitter user jackieglazerr captured dark plumes of smoke from the Camp Fire filling the sky over Fair Street in Chico.
Twitter user jackieglazerr captured dark plumes of smoke from the Camp Fire filling the sky over Fair Street in Chico.
Photo: Twitter
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Nicole Kowalczyke of Chico stepped outside to look at smoke from the Camp Fire Thursday morning, and a singed piece of paper fell from the sky.
Nicole Kowalczyke of Chico stepped outside to look at smoke from the Camp Fire Thursday morning, and a singed piece of paper fell from the sky.
Photo: Nicole Kowalczyke
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A helicopter flies towards the Camp Fire in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
A helicopter flies towards the Camp Fire in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Don Thompson, AP
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Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky as seen from Highway 99 near Marysville, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky as seen from Highway 99 near Marysville, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Don Thompson, AP
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Jim and Irene Cooper get out of their vehicle after evacuating from Paradise during Camp Fire in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Jim and Irene Cooper get out of their vehicle after evacuating from Paradise during Camp Fire in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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After evacuating from her home in Paradise, Angie Waltmon wipes away a tear while watching Camp Fire from along Highway 191 in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
After evacuating from her home in Paradise, Angie Waltmon wipes away a tear while watching Camp Fire from along Highway 191 in Butte County, Calif.. on Thursday, November 8, 2018.
Photo: Scott Strazzante, The Chronicle
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View of the Camp Fire taken by a resident of nearby Chico. Nov. 8, 2018
View of the Camp Fire taken by a resident of nearby Chico. Nov. 8, 2018
Photo: Nicole Kowalczyke
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Napa County residents reported seeing smoke from the Camp Fire north of Sacramento on Nov. 8, 2018.
Napa County residents reported seeing smoke from the Camp Fire north of Sacramento on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Craig Philpott
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Smoke blankets the air over the California State University, Chico, which is 15 miles from the Camp Fire burning near Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke blankets the air over the California State University, Chico, which is 15 miles from the Camp Fire burning near Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
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Twitter user jackieglazerr captured dark plumes of smoke from the Camp Fire filling the sky over Fair Street in Chico.
Twitter user jackieglazerr captured dark plumes of smoke from the Camp Fire filling the sky over Fair Street in Chico.
Photo: Twitter
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Smoke blankets the air over the California State University, Chico, which is 15 miles from the Camp Fire burning near Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke blankets the air over the California State University, Chico, which is 15 miles from the Camp Fire burning near Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Cal Fire
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Evacuations were ordered in Butte County Thursday after a wildfire grew to more than 1,000 acres.
Evacuations were ordered in Butte County Thursday after a wildfire grew to more than 1,000 acres.
Photo: Twitter / Cal Fire Butte Unit
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Smoke blankets the air over the California State University, Chico, which is 15 miles from the Camp Fire burning near Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke blankets the air over the California State University, Chico, which is 15 miles from the Camp Fire burning near Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Jason Halley
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Smoke blankets the air over the California State University, Chico, which is 15 miles from the Camp Fire burning near Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke blankets the air over the California State University, Chico, which is 15 miles from the Camp Fire burning near Paradise, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Jason Halley
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TOPSHOT - A Jack In The Box fast food restaurant burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, north of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway store and scores of other structures have burned in the area and the fire shows no signs of slowing. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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TOPSHOT - A Jack In The Box fast food restaurant burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, north of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway store
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TOPSHOT - A home is overshadowed by towering smoke plumes as the Camp fire races through town in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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TOPSHOT - A home is overshadowed by towering smoke plumes as the Camp fire races through town in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours
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Photo: JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images
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TOPSHOT - The Blackbear Diner burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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TOPSHOT - The Blackbear Diner burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas
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The Blackbear Diner burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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The Blackbear Diner burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and
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TOPSHOT - Vehicles and homes burn as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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TOPSHOT - Vehicles and homes burn as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas
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TOPSHOT - A melted bumper is seen on a car parked at a burned out gas station as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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TOPSHOT - A melted bumper is seen on a car parked at a burned out gas station as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of
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TOPSHOT - The Paradise Inn hotel burns as the Camp Fire tears through Paradise, North of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway store and scores of other structures have burned in the area and the fire shows no signs of slowing. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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TOPSHOT - The Paradise Inn hotel burns as the Camp Fire tears through Paradise, North of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway store and scores of
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of
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Two people embrace in the parking lot of the Feather River Hospital as it burns in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - Dozens of patients were quickly evacuated as impending flames engulfed the hospital. More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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Two people embrace in the parking lot of the Feather River Hospital as it burns in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - Dozens of patients were quickly evacuated as impending flames engulfed the
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Patients are quickly evacuated from the Feather River Hospital as it burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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Patients are quickly evacuated from the Feather River Hospital as it burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours
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A home burns during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A home burns during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes.
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Patients are quickly evacuated from the Feather River Hospital as it burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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Patients are quickly evacuated from the Feather River Hospital as it burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of
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An American flag waves in the wind as a home burns during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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An American flag waves in the wind as a home burns during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital,
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A home burns during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A home burns during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes.
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Paradise Elementary School burns down as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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Paradise Elementary School burns down as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas
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The Feather River Hospital burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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The Feather River Hospital burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station
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A home burns during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A home burns during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes.
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Patients are quickly evacuated from the Feather River Hospital as it burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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Patients are quickly evacuated from the Feather River Hospital as it burns down during the Camp fire in Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of
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A structure burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A structure burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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A home burns as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of
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Embers fly as wind and flames from the Camp fire tear through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station and dozens of homes. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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Embers fly as wind and flames from the Camp fire tear through Paradise, California on November 8, 2018. - More than 18,000 acres have been scorched in a matter of hours burning with it a hospital, a gas station
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The Paradise Inn hotel burns as the Camp Fire tears through Paradise, North of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway store and scores of other structures have burned in the area and the fire shows no signs of slowing. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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The Paradise Inn hotel burns as the Camp Fire tears through Paradise, North of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway store and scores of other
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What's left of a staircase stands amidst a smoldering home as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, north of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway store and scores of other structures have burned in the area and the fire shows no signs of slowing. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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What's left of a staircase stands amidst a smoldering home as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, north of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway
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Dogs roam burned out neighborhoods as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, north of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway store and scores of other structures have burned in the area and the fire shows no signs of slowing. (Photo by Josh Edelson / AFP) (Photo credit should read JOSH EDELSON/AFP/Getty Images)
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Dogs roam burned out neighborhoods as the Camp fire tears through Paradise, north of Sacramento, California on November 08, 2018. - More than one hundred homes, a hospital, a Safeway store and scores of other
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Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Yalonda M James, The Chronicle
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Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Yalonda M. James / The Chronicle
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Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Photo: Yalonda M James, The Chronicle
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Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
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Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Smoky air fills the sky in Oakland as seen from Hiller Highlands on Friday, November 9, 2018.
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People wear masks while walking through the Financial District in the smoke-filled air Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in San Francisco. Authorities have issued an unhealthy air quality alert for parts of the San Francisco Bay Area as smoke from a massive wildfire drifts south, polluting the air. Officials say the thousands of structures in the town of Paradise, 180 miles (290 kilometers) northeast of San Francisco, were destroyed by the blaze that has charred 110 square miles (285 square kilometers).
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People wear masks while walking through the Financial District in the smoke-filled air Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in San Francisco. Authorities have issued an unhealthy air quality alert for parts of the San
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Photo: Eric Risberg, AP
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A woman wears a mask while walking through the Financial District in the smoke-filled air Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in San Francisco. Authorities have issued an unhealthy air quality alert for parts of the San Francisco Bay Area as smoke from a massive wildfire drifts south, polluting the air. Officials say the thousands of structures in the town of Paradise, 180 miles (290 kilometers) northeast of San Francisco, were destroyed by the blaze that has charred 110 square miles (285 square kilometers).
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A woman wears a mask while walking through the Financial District in the smoke-filled air Friday, Nov. 9, 2018, in San Francisco. Authorities have issued an unhealthy air quality alert for parts of the San
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Photo: Eric Risberg, AP
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The sun rises above the East Bay hills through a smoky haze in Berkeley, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Air quality in the region remains unhealthy while smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to drift to the south.
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The sun rises above the East Bay hills through a smoky haze in Berkeley, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Air quality in the region remains unhealthy while smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to
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Photo: Paul Chinn, The Chronicle
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The sun rises above the East Bay hills through a smoky haze in Berkeley, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Air quality in the region remains unhealthy while smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to drift to the south.
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The sun rises above the East Bay hills through a smoky haze in Berkeley, Calif. on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Air quality in the region remains unhealthy while smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to
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Photo: Paul Chinn, The Chronicle
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Smoke blankets the San Francisco Bay Area as smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico drifts into the region.
Smoke blankets the San Francisco Bay Area as smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico drifts into the region.
Photo: Scott Toth
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Jose Vigil wears a protective breathing mask with other striking hotel workers making noise on the picket line in front of the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Air quality in the region remains unhealthy while smoke from the Camp Fire in Butte County continues to drift to the south.
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Jose Vigil wears a protective breathing mask with other striking hotel workers making noise on the picket line in front of the Marriott Marquis in San Francisco on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018. Air quality in the
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Photo: Paul Chinn, The Chronicle
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Smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico poured into the Bay Area on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico poured into the Bay Area on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Amy Graff
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Houses are surrounded by smoke off of Pentz Road during the Camp Fire in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Houses are surrounded by smoke off of Pentz Road during the Camp Fire in Paradise, California, on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Gabrielle Lurie / The Chronicle
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People are seen wearing masks on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 in San Francisco. Bay Area residents woke to a strong, sickening smell of smoke inside their homes Friday morning as thick, sooty air from the Camp Fire near Chico poured into the region.
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People are seen wearing masks on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 in San Francisco. Bay Area residents woke to a strong, sickening smell of smoke inside their homes Friday morning as thick, sooty air from the Camp Fire
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Photo: Susana Guerrero/ SFGATE
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Smoke blankets the San Francisco Bay Area as smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico drifts into the region.
Smoke blankets the San Francisco Bay Area as smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico drifts into the region.
Photo: Sam Wheeler
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Photo of smoke from the Camp Fire in Half Moon Bay on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo of smoke from the Camp Fire in Half Moon Bay on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Courtesy Dave Elkinson
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Photo of smoke from the Camp Fire in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo of smoke from the Camp Fire in San Francisco on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Courtesy Sarah P./@sfswisspoet
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Smoke from the Camp Fire drifts over UC Berkeley's campus on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke from the Camp Fire drifts over UC Berkeley's campus on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: @twicethejoy / Twitter
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Smoke drifts into San Francisco, Calif. from the Camp Fire on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke drifts into San Francisco, Calif. from the Camp Fire on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Trent Lapinski / Courtesy
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People are seen wearing masks on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 in San Francisco. Bay Area residents woke to a strong, sickening smell of smoke inside their homes Friday morning as thick, sooty air from the Camp Fire near Chico poured into the region.
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People are seen wearing masks on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 in San Francisco. Bay Area residents woke to a strong, sickening smell of smoke inside their homes Friday morning as thick, sooty air from the Camp Fire
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Photo: Susana Guerrero/ SFGATE
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Smoke drifts into the Bay Area from the Camp Fire on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke drifts into the Bay Area from the Camp Fire on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Todd Woody / Courtesy
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As the Camp Fire near Chico exploded to more than 18,000 acres on Nov. 8, 2018, smoke poured in the Bay Area. Photo taken from Telegraph Hill.
As the Camp Fire near Chico exploded to more than 18,000 acres on Nov. 8, 2018, smoke poured in the Bay Area. Photo taken from Telegraph Hill.
Photo: Mark Winter
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People are seen wearing masks on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 in San Francisco. Bay Area residents woke to a strong, sickening smell of smoke inside their homes Friday morning as thick, sooty air from the Camp Fire near Chico poured into the region.
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People are seen wearing masks on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 in San Francisco. Bay Area residents woke to a strong, sickening smell of smoke inside their homes Friday morning as thick, sooty air from the Camp Fire
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Photo: Susana Guerrero/ SFGATE
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People are seen wearing masks on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 in San Francisco. Bay Area residents woke to a strong, sickening smell of smoke inside their homes Friday morning as thick, sooty air from the Camp Fire near Chico poured into the region.
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People are seen wearing masks on Friday, Nov. 9, 2018 in San Francisco. Bay Area residents woke to a strong, sickening smell of smoke inside their homes Friday morning as thick, sooty air from the Camp Fire
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Photo: Susana Guerrero/ SFGATE
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As the Camp Fire near Chico exploded to 18,000 acres, smoke poured into the Bay Area on Nov. 8, 2018.
As the Camp Fire near Chico exploded to 18,000 acres, smoke poured into the Bay Area on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Kevin Phillips
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As the Camp Fire near Chico exploded to 18,000 acres, smoke poured into the Bay Area on Nov. 8, 2018.
As the Camp Fire near Chico exploded to 18,000 acres, smoke poured into the Bay Area on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Kevin Phillips
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Smoke fills the air in the SOMA area of San Francisco, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke fills the air in the SOMA area of San Francisco, Calif. on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Leif Johnson / Courtesy
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This photo taken on Alcatraz Island shows smoke moving into the Bay Area from the north on Thursday, November 8th.
This photo taken on Alcatraz Island shows smoke moving into the Bay Area from the north on Thursday, November 8th.
Photo: Simon Piatkiewicz
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A layer of smoke could be seen above Dolores park on Thursday afternoon. Air quality quickly deteriorated after the Camp Fire broke out in Butte county.
A layer of smoke could be seen above Dolores park on Thursday afternoon. Air quality quickly deteriorated after the Camp Fire broke out in Butte county.
Photo: Amy Graff/SF Gate
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Smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico poured into the Bay Area on Nov. 8, 2018.
Smoke from the Camp Fire near Chico poured into the Bay Area on Nov. 8, 2018.
Photo: Amy Graff
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Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. (AP Photo/Don Thompson)
Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. (AP Photo/Don Thompson)
Photo: Don Thompson, Associated Press
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Smoke from the Camp Fire is seen from Durham-Pentz Rd. on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 in Paradise, Calif.
Smoke from the Camp Fire is seen from Durham-Pentz Rd. on Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018 in Paradise, Calif.
Photo: Gabirelle Lurie, The Chronicle
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Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky above the Butte College sig in Oroville, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. (AP Photo/Don Thompson)
Smoke from the Camp Fire, burning in the Feather River Canyon near Paradise, Calif., darkens the sky above the Butte College sig in Oroville, Calif., Thursday, Nov. 8, 2018. (AP Photo/Don Thompson)
Photo: Don Thompson, Associated Press
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Photos show smoke from Camp Fire near Chico pouring into Bay Area. The wildfire started at 6:30 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2018, and quickly exploded into a raging inferno.
Photos show smoke from Camp Fire near Chico pouring into Bay Area. The wildfire started at 6:30 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2018, and quickly exploded into a raging inferno.
Photo: Twitter Screen Grab
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Photos show smoke from Camp Fire near Chico pouring into Bay Area. The wildfire started at 6:30 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2018, and quickly exploded into a raging inferno.
Photos show smoke from Camp Fire near Chico pouring into Bay Area. The wildfire started at 6:30 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2018, and quickly exploded into a raging inferno.
Photo: Twitter Screen Grab
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Photos show smoke from Camp Fire near Chico pouring into Bay Area. The wildfire started at 6:30 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2018, and quickly exploded into a raging inferno.
Photos show smoke from Camp Fire near Chico pouring into Bay Area. The wildfire started at 6:30 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2018, and quickly exploded into a raging inferno.
Photo: Twitter Screen Grab
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Photos show smoke from Camp Fire near Chico pouring into Bay Area. The wildfire started at 6:30 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2018, and quickly exploded into a raging inferno.
Photos show smoke from Camp Fire near Chico pouring into Bay Area. The wildfire started at 6:30 a.m. on Nov. 8, 2018, and quickly exploded into a raging inferno.
Photo: Twitter Screen Grab
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Air quality levels around the Bay Area at 5 a.m. on Nov. 9, 2018, as smoke from the Camp Fire poured into the region. The areas marked red are considered "unhealthy."
Air quality levels around the Bay Area at 5 a.m. on Nov. 9, 2018, as smoke from the Camp Fire poured into the region. The areas marked red are considered "unhealthy."
Photo: Air Now
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Photo: Oakland Fire Department
McDonald's in Paradise, Calif., as the Camp Fire devours the town, 15 miles east of Chico. The top photo shows the fast-food restaurant before it was engulfed in flames.
McDonald's in Paradise, Calif., as the Camp Fire devours the town, 15 miles east of Chico. The top photo shows the fast-food restaurant before it was engulfed in flames.
Photo: Oakland Fire Department
Paradise lost: Before-and-after photos show a town devoured by a raging wildfire
In less than 24 hours, a fast-moving Northern California wildfire exploded into a raging monster that devoured nearly an entire town 15 miles east of Chico.
The Camp Fire barreled through Paradise with towering flames, some rising 200 feet into the air, torching businesses, churches, a school, a gas station, a hospital and dozens of homes. Many of buildings are now piles of ash. Images in the gallery, including before-and-after-views, reveal the scale of the devastation and tragedy.
"This thing went crazy," said Josh Edelson, a photojournalist who captured the fire from the frontlines. "It exploded super fast. "Yesterday, pretty much the entire town of Paradise was on fire. Firefighters for the most part were just kind of letting it happen because the wind was blowing flames everywhere, and it was unstoppable."
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So far, wildfire has killed at least five people. The victims, who have not yet been identified, were found in burned vehicles.
Only 5 percent of the blaze was contained as of Friday morning. More than 70,000 acres have been scorched and an estimated 2,000 structures destroyed. Over 52,000 people have fled their homes.
"There was really no firefight involved," said Capt. Scott McLean of the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection, explaining that crews gave up attacking the flames and instead helped people evacuate. "These firefighters were in the rescue mode all day yesterday."
The blaze started in the Feather River Canyon on the western edge of the Plumas National Forest at 6:30 a.m. and spread at a terrifying pace, leading acting Gov. Gavin Newsom to declare a state of emergency. Within three hours, it had torn through 5,000 acres and reached Paradise, a town of about 27,000 residents.
The entire town was ordered evacuated, setting off a desperate exodus in which many motorists got struck in gridlocked traffic and abandoned their vehicles to flee on foot. People reported seeing much of the community go up in flames, including homes, supermarkets, businesses, restaurants, schools and a retirement center.
McLean estimated that the lost buildings numbered in the thousands.
"Pretty much the community of Paradise is destroyed. It's that kind of devastation," he said.
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With ash falling and the sky darkening to a menacing shade of black, evacuees from Paradise sat in stunned silence Friday outside a Chico church where they took refuge the night before. They all had harrowing tales of a slow-motion escape from a fire so close they could feel the heat inside their vehicles as they sat stuck in a terrifying traffic jam.
When the order came to evacuate, it was like the entire town decided to leave at once, they said. Fire surrounded the evacuation route, and drivers panicked. Some crashed and others left their vehicles by the roadside.
"It was just a wall of fire on each side of us, and we could hardly see the road in front of us," police officer Mark Bass said.
CalFire reports more than 2,000 firefighters and other personnel are involved in fighting the Camp Fire. Butte College, in Oroville, is serving as a staging area and strike teams from as far away as Oakland are on the scene.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.