CALIFORNIA — Approximately 7,000 firefighters are battling 13 large wildfires in California, as temperatures remain in the extreme range. Most wildfires are human-caused, and many are sparked along our roadways. These fires can be prevented by practicing a few safety measures. Don’t drag any parts and make sure to secure chains when towing. Check tire pressure and properly maintain brakes ...

MADERA COUNTY — Firefighters are on scene of a vegetation fire burning along Highway 41 near the Rocky Cut. The Bates Fire was reported at 9:45 a.m. on the east side of the road, and by 9:49, multiple callers to 911 reported the fire was now on both sides of the road. A full wildland dispatch is being called up, ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The forward progress of the Westfall Fire, burning in the Lush Meadows area of Mariposa County, has been stopped. All evacuations have been lifted in the fire area, though the Mariposa County Sheriff’s Office reports there is no power. The fire was reported just after 2:30 p.m. today, burning on the south side of Westfall Road, but ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — Firefighters are at scene of a vegetation fire burning in the Lush Meadows area on East Westfall Road near Oliver Creek Road, with power lines down. The fire was dispatched just after 2:30 p.m., and the first engine at scene reported the fire — described as actually three separate fires — at a total of one to ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — Firefighters are at scene of a vegetation fire burning in the Bootjack area of Mariposa County. At 1:45 p.m., reports came in of a smoke in the area of 3335 Wildcat Road, just east of Hirsch Road. Battalion Chief 4212 was first at scene, and reported the fire at approximately 2-3 acres with a moderate rate of ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The Spring Fire, burning in the Bootjack area along Highway 49, is holding at 225 acres and is now 85 percent contained. Crews continue to hit hot spots and strengthen fire lines. All areas are open with no restrictions. The passing lane through the Spring Hill area of Highway 49 will remain closed for fire and utility ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — The Spring Fire, burning in the Bootjack area along Highway 49, is holding at 225 acres and is now 80 percent contained. Crews continue to hit hot spots and strengthen fire lines. There are currently 498 personnel assigned to the incident, including 41 engines, 23 crews and 6 water tenders. Highway 49 was open to one-lane traffic ...

O’NEALS — Firefighters are quickly getting a handle on a vegetation fire burning in the O’Neals area just south of Spring Valley School on Road 211. Just after 5 p.m., firefighters responded to the fire initially reported at 4 to 5 acres, on the east side of Road 211. Air tankers out of Colombia and a helicopter out of Trimmer ...

MARIPOSA — Though residents of the Bootjack and Mormon Bar areas are the ones to have been displaced by wildfire so far, this is going to be a very active fire season, and your family could be next. The repopulation of a community after the fire has gone through can be just as hectic as when residents are told to ...

MARIPOSA COUNTY — Evacuation orders will be lifted at 11 a.m. in all areas of the Spring Fire with the following restrictions: Allred Road from Highway 49 to Morning Star Lane and Ching Road will be open to residents only. Power will be restored to all areas. Fire crews and utility equipment will be working in the area, please drive ...