Cite Return to Daily IQ Today's Weather Fact On this date in 1957, a 28,000 acre brush fire was caused by southern California winds. The fire, which had a 40-mile front, caused authorities to evacuate some areas due to flying debris. Other Weather Facts Select month and date: JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDec Related LinksWeather CentralWeather DisastersWeather ExtremesClimateTornado FactsMajor Storms