Moreno Valley Springs Fire: Evacuations and Smoke Impacting Riverside and Surrounding Areas
Moreno Valley Springs Fire map, evacuation updates: Smoke seen in Riverside, Perris, Beaumont
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A vegetation fire known as the 'Springs Fire' is raging in Moreno Valley, California, covering approximately 50 acres with potential to reach 1,000 acres. Evacuations are underway for several zones, and smoke is affecting nearby cities including Riverside, Perris, and Beaumont.
- 01The Springs Fire has burned about 50 acres and could expand significantly.
- 02Evacuation orders have been issued for specific zones in Moreno Valley.
- 03Smoke from the fire is visible in surrounding cities.
- 04Gilman Springs Road is closed due to the fire.
- 05Fire crews are actively working to contain the blaze.
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The Springs Fire, a vegetation fire in Moreno Valley, California, was reported around 11 a.m. on Friday along Gilman Springs Road. As of now, the fire has consumed approximately 50 acres and has the potential to expand to 1,000 acres due to strong winds. Fire crews are on-site working to contain the blaze, which has crossed Gilman Springs Road, and smoke is visible from nearby cities including Riverside, Perris, and Beaumont. Evacuation orders have been issued for zones RVC-0826, RVC-0748, and MOE-0507, while evacuation warnings are in effect for several other zones. In response to the fire, Gilman Springs Road is closed from Alessandro Road to Bridge Street. Residents have been sharing updates and images of the fire on social media, indicating the severity of the situation.
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Residents in the affected areas are facing evacuation and potential property loss due to the fire's rapid spread.
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