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Death toll of California wildfires climbs to 66

WASHINGTON, Nov 16 (KUNA) -- Seven more people were found dead from the wildfires blazing across California bringing the death toll to 66 and some 631 additional people unaccounted for, according to officials on Friday.
Reports indicate that firefighters have been able to control two massive blazes from decreased winds. The Camp Fire blaze has been 40 percent contained.
Over 200,000 acres have been burned with almost 11,000 structures destroyed leaving thousands more still in danger. (end) ak.ibi