PHOTOS: Day 2 of Buck Fire reveals devastation, crews’ efforts
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Crews continue to battle the fast moving Buck Fire in Aguanga and Sage on Wednesday. These photos by Jenny Kirchner show the devastation and toils of containing the fire.
At 7:35 p.m. the fire was 40 percent contained and 2,681 acres. Full containment is expected tomorrow morning.
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