As of 10:45 Tuesday morning, Skies over South Lake Tahoe have cleared and the air attack of the fire is underway, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
A team of 11 helicopters, 145 engines and two water tenders are battling the blaze with the help of 1,889 firefighters.
Fire behavior is moderate and crews are concentrating on building a line around subdivisions.
Back burning took place through the night along the north and east divisions of the fire.
There will be a coordinated community meeting to assist local residents affected by the Angora fire at 7 tonight at the Lake Tahoe Community College, 1 College Drive, South Lake Tahoe.
