Major fire breaks out at Carquinez Bridge; Interstate 80 closed, evacuations underway

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Breaking: Firefighters were battling a fast-moving fire that erupted near the Carquinez Bridge, closing Interstate 80 and threatening structures

Firefighters on Sunday were battling a fast-moving fire that erupted near the Carquinez Bridge, which connects Contra Costa County to Vallejo in Northern California.

The fire was spreading fast on the northern edge of the bridge and approaching Cal State Maritime Academy in Vallejo. Spot fires also appeared south of the bridge, burning hillsides in the Contra Costa County community of Crockett, according to helicopter images broadcast on KGO-TV.Interstate 80 was closed and evacuations were beginning.

At least one car was seen to catch on fire, according to helicopter images. Earlier, homeowners were seen with garden hoses trying to get down golden-brown hillsides full of tinder-dry grass. BREAKING: several fires have broken out near the Carquinez Bridge near Vallejo. 80 has been shut down in the area.

 

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Micinski5 Unfortunately winds are going to pick up, gusts near 75mph, fire hits a certain size, it creates its own weather system, by then your best hope is to flee, and pray for rain or the winds die down, best of luck to all, DONT wait ! Get out NOW ! Even if you think you have 12 hours

The fire was spreading fast on the northern edge of the bridge and approaching Cal State Maritime Academy in Vallejo. Spot fires also appeared south of the bridge, burning hillsides in the Contra Costa County community of Crockett.

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