More than 400 firefighters are battling the wildfire to protect homes as the mercury rose to 110 degrees Friday.
Today's breaking news on wildfires in California, SoCal and Los Angeles. Here is the latest on fires now, including breaking developments, public safety information, maps, video and longterm outlooks.The Line Fire, which started in the east portion of the city of Highland in San Bernardino County Thursday afternoon, grew to burn 3,330 acres Friday.
The fire, which stood at 0% containment, did not threaten or damage any structures or homes as of Friday. Evacuation warnings were in effect in the areas east of Church Street and north of Highland Avenue as well as the neighborhood east of Weaver Street and north of Greenspot Road.The fire crews in Highland said they typically carry 50 to 70 lbs. of equipment during their 24-hour shift, often having to walk uphill to get to the best spot to put out the flames.
“It’s hot right now. It’s 110 degrees, so it taxes everyone,” said Justin Veloz, a firefighter with the Rialto Fire Department. “But once you start working, you forget about it. You take breaks every hour and go slow and steady.”Get Los Angeles's latest local news on crime, entertainment, weather, schools, COVID, cost of living and more. Here's your go-to source for today's LA news.
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