60-Second Summary

A lightning-ignited wildfire, the Garnet Fire, burning in California's Sierra National Forest, has reached a grove of giant sequoia trees. Firefighters are working to protect the ancient trees, some estimated to be 3,000 years old, using various methods including sprinkler lines, fire-resistant blankets, and removing flammable material. The fire, which started on August 24th, has burned 85 square miles and is currently 14% contained. While sequoias benefit from low-intensity fires, the Garnet Fire's intensity poses a significant threat.

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This 60-second summary was prepared by the JQJO editorial team after reviewing 1 original report from NBC News.