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Family members in the area have relayed personal experiences of distress due to the smoke inhalation risks associated with the fire. Linda Pacheco shared her family's struggles; her daughter, who suffers from asthma, felt immediate effects from the chemical odors in the air as they evacuated their home. In total, approximately 1,200 residents have been forced to leave, fearing immediate health risks posed by the smoke and toxic chemicals.