The fire is currently 0% contained, and residents are being urged to follow evacuation protocols and stay informed. (Image Source: X)
A rapidly spreading brush fire in Clearlake, California, has scorched nearly 100 acres and led to urgent evacuation orders in several zones. Initially reported at 2:20 p.m. at Eastlake Drive and Oak Street, the fire has damaged buildings and is still burning unchecked. You can check the live updates at Map
Emergency crews from Cal Fire were dispatched to the 13700 block of Eastlake Drive after reports of a brush fire involving two structures. Initially estimated to cover only 3-4 acres, the blaze has now ballooned to roughly 100 acres. As of the latest update, the fire is 0% contained and remains a serious threat to the surrounding areas.
Cal Fire said in a statement, “The fire is approximately 100 acres. There are 15 engines, 5 dozers, 4 hand crews, 3 water tenders, 2 helicopters, 6 air tankers, and one tactical aircraft responding to the fire.”
The fire is burning at a moderate rate of spread, which has raised alarm given the region’s dry vegetation and current fire weather conditions.
Officials have issued mandatory evacuation orders and advisories for multiple zones in response to the spreading fire:
Evacuation Orders (Immediate Leave Required):
These zones include:
Evacuation Warnings (Be Prepared to Evacuate):
Authorities are asking citizens to be vigilant, stock emergency supplies, and promptly heed official instructions.
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Cal Fire and the Lake County Fire Protection District now share a single command, and resources have been greatly increased. The goal of the air and ground effort is to keep the fire under control and stop more structural damage. Using helicopters and air tankers, firefighters are working around the clock to create containment lines. However, the challenging terrain and wind patterns are making their attempts tougher.
Thick smoke and falling ash have been observed by locals in Clearlake and the surrounding areas. Local health officials advise those in affected regions to limit outdoor exposure, especially people with respiratory conditions. Some roads near the fire area are closed, and residents are asked to avoid the Eastlake Drive and Oak Street vicinity to allow emergency services to operate without obstruction.
Officials caution that additional evacuations might be required if containment attempts fail, even as they investigate the cause of the fire. Real-time alerts are being sent through Cal Fire's emergency systems and social media accounts, and the next official report is anticipated in the next few hours.
