Yosemite blaze sparks burning questions about fast-moving fires

Monday, August 26, 2013 - 18:00 in Earth & Climate

The California wildfire that's burning in and around Yosemite National Park, known as the Rim Fire, illustrates how wildfires can spread quickly — and what firefighters can do to block their path. It also shows how the flames can endanger cities far beyond the fire lines.

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