A significant brush fire, known as the Dale fire, ignited in Riverside County, spreading rapidly to 331 acres and prompting mandatory evacuations. Residents of Lake Riverside, Aguanga, Anza, and the Cahuilla Reservation were ordered to evacuate, while others received evacuation warnings. A care center was set up at the Anza Community Center and an animal evacuation center was established. Firefighting efforts included 216 personnel, numerous engines, dozers, water tankers, and helicopters, yet the fire was reported as 0% contained by the evening.
The Dale fire ignited in Riverside County, quickly growing to 331 acres and prompting evacuation orders in nearby rural communities. Reports indicated the fire was initially spreading at a moderate rate.
Evacuations were ordered for residents in Lake Riverside, Aguanga, Anza, and the Cahuilla Reservation. Evacuation warnings were issued for those slightly farther away from the fire.
A care and reception center was established at the Anza Community Center for affected residents, while an animal evacuation center was set up at the Riverside County Department of Animal Services.
Cal Fire reported that 216 firefighting personnel and various equipment were assigned to control the blaze, which remained 0% contained by the evening.
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