Calaveras Co. wildfire prompts state of emergency, school cancellationsThe wildfire has burned more than 6,400 acres and destroyed at least two homes. Gavin Newsom's office, 1,400 people are under evacuation orders, while another 1,400 residents have been warned to prepare to leave. Gavin Newsom's office, 1,400 people are under evacuation orders, while another 1,400 residents have been warned to prepare to leave. Gavin Newsom's office, 1,400 people are under evacuation orders, while another 1,400 residents have been warned to prepare to leave. CALAVERAS COUNTY, Calif. (KGO) -- A wildfire burning in Calaveras County prompted school cancellations and a state of emergency Tuesday as firefighters worked to contain the fast-growing blaze.