Yosemite's Mariposa Grove Appears Safe From Washburn Fire
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Though the Washburn Fire continues to burn and grow in size at Yosemite National Park, the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias seems to have avoided the flames thanks to on-the-ground operations to protect the trees.
- By Kurt Repanshek - July 16th, 2022 3:44pm