NU Online News Service, Sept. 2, 4:00 p.m. EDT

The largest of the California wildfires, known as the "Station Fire," has now burnt more than 140,000 acres, destroyed 62 "dwellings" and is 22 percent contained, according to the Insurance Information Network of California.

Pete Moraga, communications specialist with IINC, said the mood among firefighters is more positive now with lower winds and higher humidity aiding in the fight against the Station Fire.

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