epa06368747 A firefighter works as a home burns during the 'Thomas Fire’ which began overnight in Ventura, California, USA, 05 December 2017. In the first 10 hours, the fire has already burned 31,000 acres (12,545 hectares) and has forced more than 25,000 people to evacuate as one of the strongest Santa Ana winds forecast of the season is ongoing and expected to last several days. EPA/JOHN CETRINO Dostawca: PAP/EPA.