Juniper Fire in Mead Valley 98% Contained

Juniper Fire in Mead Valley 98% Contained

The 755-acre Juniper Fire in Mead Valley was nearly encircled Thursday, with all evacuation warnings lifted and containment of the blaze at 98%. Riverside County Fire Department reported late Wednesday that firefighters remain in the area patrolling the fire line, but only three crew members and one engine were assigned to the blaze. Still, the public was advised to use caution when moving through the area. The fire was reported at 11:20 a.m. Mo…