The crew from Engine 164 took down the flag which was surrounded by flames and embers that broke out Wednesday afternoon.
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The flag pole appeared to be on a property that was destroyed by the blaze the firefighters managed to salvage the flag.
Crews on Thursday were still trying to control the fast-moving brush fire near Lake Hughes that prompted evacuations. The Lake Fire has charred at least 10,500 acres amid hot temperatures across the region.
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Lake Hughes residents assessing damage as Lake Fire chars 10,500 acres