Chinese Camp fire recovery: 85 homes destroyed, aid and cleanup underway

Recovery efforts are underway in Chinese Camp, Tuolumne County, after the fast-moving 6-5 Fire destroyed 85 structures and damaged six more across nearly 14,000 acres. The Red Cross is now providing supplies to residents who stayed behind, while PG&E works to restore power and CAL FIRE assesses damage. Survivors recall harrowing escapes as firefighters saved lives and homes. Local officials are also urging property owners with fire damage to contact the assessor’s office for potential tax relief.