A brush fire that erupted Monday in Riverside County scorched more than 300 acres, crossed a highway and damaged at least one property, prompting evacuation orders and warnings.
Horses were being evacuated as a brush fire erupted in Riverside County, scorching hundreds of acres.A brush fire that erupted Monday in Riverside County scorched more than 325 acres, crossed a highway and damaged at least one property, prompting evacuation orders and warnings.The blaze was first reported about 12:40 p.m. in the area of Highlands and Aguanga Ranchos roads, near the junction for Highways 79 and 371, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
Santa Ana winds became a significant factor as the afternoon progressed, though as of 5 p.m., they were abating, according to reports from the scene. A house in the 45800 block of Jojoba Road was reportedly damaged by the fire. The occupants escaped uninjured, according to the California Highway Patrol.
An evacuation warning was issued for the area encompassing Shirley Way to the west, the Vail Lake Resort to the east, David Street to the north and Pueblo Road to the south.
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