US EditionCrews making progress containing Southern California wildfire as some mandatory evacuations remain
More than 260 firefighters are battling the blaze as wind advisories warn of gusts up to 50 mph and smoke closures spread across the area.
- A wildfire in Southern California has prompted thousands of residents to evacuate and forced the closure of Moreno Valley College's main campus.
- As of Saturday morning, the Springs fire had grown to over 4,000 acres with 45% containment, driven by strong winds and dry conditions.
- Over 260 personnel and aircraft are working to slow the fire's advance, protect homes, and contain the blaze, which has the potential to reach 5,000 acres.
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Crews Battle Fast-Growing Wildfire in Windy Southern California That’s Forced Some to Evacuate
RIVERSIDE, Calif.—Crews battled a smoky and fast-growing wildfire Friday in windy Southern California that forced some residents to evacuate and a community college to temporarily close its doors. The Springs Fire broke out around 11 a.m. Friday and by the evening had grown to about 6.5 square miles. The cause of the fire east of Moreno Valley in Riverside County is under investigation. It was not immediately known how many households were under…
S. California wildfire 75% contained; evacuation orders lifted
RIVERSIDE, Calif. — A smoky wildfire in Southern California that broke out a day earlier and prompted evacuation orders was mostly under control Saturday afternoon, fire officials said. Read more...
Residents return home after Springs Fire scorches hillsides near Moreno Valley
MORENO VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) - Moreno Valley residents are returning home after a fast-moving brush fire came dangerously close to neighborhoods, forcing evacuations and tense moments overnight. The Springs Fire tore through hillsides near Gilman Springs Road, driven by powerful winds that pushed flames toward homes. By Saturday morning, evacuation orders had been lifted for many areas, allowing families to come back and see the damage up close.…
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