"The Springs fire in Riverside county has grown to 3,500 acres, prompting local authorities to issue several evacuation orders. The fire is concentrated in an area mostly north and east of Lake Perris, burning portions of the surrounding state recreation area."
"As the fire edged into Moreno Valley, a city of roughly 200,000, fire crews moved into place to protect the structures in the path of the blaze. Two helicopters, 36 fire trucks and some 260 personnel have been assigned to fight the fire."
"The National Weather Service issued a wind advisory for parts of southern California through midday Friday, warning of gusts up to 50mph. The wind is spreading the smoke, prompting concerned calls from residents in neighboring cities who saw and smelled the smoke."
Two wildfires ignited in southern California amid a heatwave, with the Springs fire in Riverside County expanding to 3,500 acres. Windy conditions have exacerbated the situation, leading to a National Weather Service wind advisory. Evacuations were ordered as the fire approached populated areas, with fire crews deployed to protect structures. The Springs fire was only 5% contained by Friday evening, while a smaller Crown fire in Los Angeles County reached 25% containment. The cause of the Springs fire remains unknown.
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