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The inferno that won't die: How the Thomas fire became such a monster

VENTURA, Calif. - On Friday, an army of firefighters in Ventura County hoped they were finally beginning to turn the tide on the Thomas fire.

After burning hundreds of homes, the fire was slowing as Santa Ana winds calmed down.

But over the weekend, the fire re-emerged with a vengeance, pushing into Santa Barbara County and destroying more homes.

Here's a look at the fire that has refused to die.

How the Thomas fire became such a monster

So how did the Thomas fire become such a monster? Heavy winds are one factor. But another

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