Deadly Oakland Hills Firestorm Remembered

Residents remember the 25th anniversary of the Oakland Hills firestorm that left 25 dead.
Oct. 19, 2016

Twenty-five years ago, the Oakland Hills firestorm ravaged the community, leaving 25 dead and dozens injured. The fire reignited hours after it was contained on Oct. 19 and spread quickly, destroying 2,800 homes.

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