Day Fire Threatens Endangered Species

(CBS 13) VENTURA COUNTY Ventura County has declared a state of emergency as the Day fire grows to more than 98,000 acres. A big concern is the endangered species threatened by the flames. One of the species is the red-legged frog, made famous in the writings of Mark Twain. Also in danger is the habitat of the California Condor. 19 of the state's 61 birds live in the Los Padres National Forest, wildlife experts are doing what they can to protect these animals. "We gave the forest service the GPS locations of where the birds commonly sleep at night... that way they can let the air operations team know where not to drop retardant," said Christopher Barr. Despite the danger, officials are optimistic these animals will survive. .

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