Destructive wildfire sweeps into Ventura, burning through heart of the city; nearly 7,800 homes evacuated
(LA Times Kings)

A fast-moving, wind-fueled wildfire swept into the city of Ventura early Tuesday, burning 26,100 acres, destroying homes and forcing residents of nearly 7,800 homes to evacuate. Multiple structures - including at least one large apartment complex - were consumed by flames, and many more were threatened...