$8.3 Million
The Fourmile Canyon fire burning in Colorado, which crept to within 5 miles of Boulder, has been dubbed the “most destructive wildfire in Colorado history.” As of press time, the fire destroyed 172 structures and incurred $8.3 million in claims. Numerous residences were threatened, according to the National Interagency Coordination Center. The fire had burned 6,250 acres and was 87 percent contained as of Sept. 13.
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The number of acres destroyed in San Bruno, Calif., as a result of a Pacific Gas and Electric gas line explosion. The fire left seven dead, more than 50 injured and destroyed more than a dozen homes. California’s State Fire Department said more than 120 homes sustained some damage. PG&E set up a $100 million fund – up to $50,000 per household – to help victims. Victims who accept monies are not barred from filing a lawsuit against PG&E.
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