100-acre brush fire prompts mandatory evacuation order for Tenaja Truck Trail in Riverside County

The Tenaja Truck Trail was under mandatory evacuation due to a 100-acre brush fire, the Cleveland National Forest announced.

Monday, August 26, 2024 2:00AMThe Tenaja Truck Trail was under mandatory evacuation Sunday due to a brush fire that was burning about 100 acres, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.

The fire was reported early Sunday afternoon and was initially sized at 10 acres, but grew to 60 acres just before 2 p.m., according to the Cleveland NF.There were no reports of injuries or structural damage. A reception and care site was set up for evacuated residents at Lakeside High School, 32593 Riverside Drive in Lake Elsinore. Small pets were also accepted at the center, while large animals can be taken to the San Jacinto Animal Shelter at 581 S. Grand Ave.

Shortly after 6:30 p.m., officials announced that firefighters had stopped the forward progress of the fire and it was 25% contained. "Crews will continue to construct line around the fire perimeter and mop up," the Cleveland National Forest said on X.Copyright © 2024 KABC Television, LLC. All rights reserved.

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