AGUANGA, Calif. — A massive wildfire in Southern California has destroyed multiple structures and forced evacuations in Riverside County as it spread rapidly.
The Highland fire broke out Monday afternoon near Highlands and Aguanga Ranchos roads, the Riverside County Fire Department said. As of the latest update, the fire is currently mapped at 2,200 acres and 0% contained.
More than 300 firefighters were working to extinguish the blaze that destroyed at least three structures and damaged six others as of Monday afternoon, Cal Fire officials reported.
Due to the fire, evacuation orders and warnings were issued in the Aguanga section, about 100 miles southeast of Los Angeles or 75 miles northeast of San Diego. Additional evacuations were ordered for areas south of Highway 79 near the border between Riverside and San Diego counties.
The National Weather Service downgraded the High Wind Warning issued for Riverside County on Monday to a Wind Advisory. It will remain in effect until 8pm on Tuesday. Additionally, a Fire Weather Warning has been issued for certain areas of Los Angeles and Ventura counties due to Santa Ana winds. The warning will be in effect until 2pm on Tuesday.
In the latest update on Tuesday, the fire was mapped at 2,200 acres and 0% contained.AP More than 300 firefighters are working to extinguish the blaze.REUTERS Firefighters drop fire retardant on the blaze from the air.REUTERS As of Monday afternoon, the fire had destroyed at least three structures and damaged six others.AP
A daycare and reception center has opened at Great Oak High School in Temecula. Additionally, a large animal shelter is available in San Jacinto.
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