A fire in the eastern Sierra Nevada mountains is spreading at a critical rate and forcing evacuations, as an atmospheric river drops rain in much of Northern California.

The Pack Fire has burned 3,400 acres in the area of Highway 395 and McGee Creek Road, near Lake Crowley in Mono County, Cal Fire said. This is located about 12 miles southeast of the popular Mammoth Mountain ski resort.

Cal Fire said initial reports indicated power lines were down in the area. Crews also reported wind gusts up to 50 mph. Officials said all tankers were released from the fire due to extreme weather.

The Pack Fire burned in Mono County on Thursday, Nov. 13. Mammoth Lakes Police Department

Firefighters said McGee Creek RV Park was impacted by the fire, with about 15 homes involved.

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