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LOS ANGELES COUNTY, Calif. - Crews across Southern California are responding to a dual threat as the Springs and Crown fires expand rapidly under dry, windy conditions, prompting evacuations for thousands of residents.
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Springs Fire in Riverside County forces evacuations
An evacuation shelter has been set up at Valley View High School located at 13135 Nason St. in Moreno Valley.
What we know:
Springs Fire, Riverside County
The Springs Fire is currently estimated at 2,848 acres and is 0% contained, according to Cal Fire.
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Springs Fire in Moreno Valley triggers evacuations
The Springs Fire in Riverside County has exploded to 1,000 acres with 0% containment, triggering mandatory evacuation orders for residents in Moreno Valley.
The fire broke out just after 11 a.m. in the 15000 block of Gilman Springs Rd. in Moreno Valley.
Evacuation orders have been issued for:
- MOE-0507
- MOE-0641
- MOE-0744
- MOE-0745
- MOE-0746
- MOE-0747
- RVC-0748
- RVC-0825
- RVC-0826
Evacuation warnings have been issued for:
- MOE-0504
- MOE-0505
- MOE-0506
- MOE-0633
- MOE-0636
- MOE-0637
- MOE-0638
- MOE-0639
- MOE-0640
- MOE-0743
- MOE-0822
- MOE-0823
An animal shelter is located at 581 S. Grand Ave. in San Jacinto.
Gilman Springs Road is closed from Alessandro Road to Bridge Street.
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Moreno Valley residents prepare to evacuate amid Springs Fire
Crews across Southern California are responding to a dual threat as the Springs and Crown fires expand rapidly under dry, windy conditions.
Crown Fire in Los Angeles County
The Crown Fire is currently estimated at 280 acres and is 5% contained, according to Cal Fire.
The fire was reported a little before 12:30 p.m. near Soledad Canyon and N. Crown Valley roads in Acton.
Firefighters are reporting the fire is advancing at a moderate rate, with the potential to spread to as much as 300 acres.
Evacuation orders have been issued for:
- LAC-E087
Evacuation warnings have been issued for:
- LAC-E038
- LAC-E040
- LAC-E086
- LAC-E089
- AGD-AIRPORT-A
- AGD-ROCKS-A
- AGD-BRIGGS-A
To determine the evacuation status of your zone, visit protect.genasys.com.
Big picture view:
The National Weather Service has issued High Wind Warnings and Wind Advisories across Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
Forecasters expect powerful northeast winds ranging from 25 to 35 mph, with dangerous gusts reaching up to 55 mph in mountain areas and the Highway 14 corridor through 6 p.m.
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High Wind Warnings issued across SoCal
The National Weather Service has issued High Wind Warnings and Wind Advisories across Los Angeles and Ventura counties.
These conditions pose a major risk for downed trees and power lines, likely leading to widespread power outages and hazardous travel conditions, particularly for high-profile vehicles.
Residents are urged to secure loose objects, use extra caution while driving, and remain in lower levels of their homes away from windows to avoid potential falling debris.
What we don't know:
The exact cause of both fires remains under investigation.
Officials have not yet confirmed how many structures are in the direct path of either blaze or if any property damage has already occurred.
What you can do:
Residents in warning zones should be prepared to leave at a moment's notice.
To determine the evacuation status of your specific zone, visit protect.genasys.com.
The Source: This report is based on information from the Los Angeles County Fire Department and Cal Fire.