As of 8 pm all evacuation orders have been lifted. The Crump Fire is 55 acres and 95% contained. According to CalFire, “All Evacuation WARNINGS have been lifted and are back in NORMAL status. Crews will be committed throughout the evening patrolling the fire perimeter, monitoring any hot spots, and performing mop-up. Please use caution when returning to the area for night crews and equipment.”
Original Story:
Evacuations ordered near Lake ELsinore after Crump Fire ignites
A wildfire dubbed the Crump Fire broke out Saturday afternoon near Riverside Street and Highway 74 West, prompting evacuation orders and deployment of air and ground resources.
The blaze was first reported shortly after 12:30 p.m.on Sept. 6, in the unincorporated Meadowbrook–Lake Elsinore area, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. Early estimates placed the fire at about 2 acres, with smoke showing a moderate rate of spread, however it has grown to 50 acres as of 2:30 with zero containment.
Evacuation orders were immediately issued for designated zones LSN-1407 and RVC-1408. Authorities urged residents in those areas to monitor updates via local emergency notification systems.
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Multiple air and ground firefighting units responded to the scene, though further details on containment progress, property threats, or fire cause have not been released. Officials confirmed the cause remains under investigation.
Evacuation Shelters
- Pinacate Middle School
1900 S. A. St., Perris, CA 92570
Animal Evacuation Shelters
- San Jacinto Animal Shelter
581 S Grand Ave, San Jacinto, CA 92582
This is a breaking story. Reinforcements and updated status reports will be issued as more details become available.
