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Firefighter Dies in California Wildfire, Now The 4th Largest In The State's History

The Thomas Fire has claimed more than 249,500 acres and over 700 homes. Officials say it won't be contained until January.

Updated at 10:55 p.m. ET

California fire officials say the massive Thomas Fire has claimed the life of a firefighter.

The body of Cory Iverson, a 32-year-old father from Escondido, Calif., was driven out of the fire zone in

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