Verona Fire in Riverside County: Evacuations Ordered as Blaze Grows
Verona fire update: Blaze seen from Hemet, Menifee, Temecula; check map, evacuation plan
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The Verona Fire erupted in the Juniper Springs area of Riverside County, California, covering 175 acres and prompting a level 3 evacuation order for several zones. The fire, visible from Hemet, Menifee, and Temecula, has led to local residents taking action to protect their homes, with one man reportedly suffering burns while trying to fight the flames.
- 01The fire is currently at 175 acres and is spreading at a moderate to dangerous rate.
- 02A level 3 evacuation order has been issued for zones RVC-1185, RVC-1186, RVC-1187, and RVC-1285.
- 03Evacuation warnings are in place for zones HMT-1189, HMT-1292, RVC-1076, and RVC-1077.
- 04A local resident named Andrew helped evacuate families and attempted to fight the fire, suffering burns in the process.
- 05The blaze was visible from multiple locations, including Hemet, Menifee, and Temecula.
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The Verona Fire broke out on Tuesday in the Juniper Springs area of Riverside County, California, and has rapidly expanded to 175 acres. The fire prompted a level 3 evacuation order for several zones, including RVC-1185, RVC-1186, RVC-1187, and RVC-1285, requiring immediate evacuation of residents. An evacuation warning has also been issued for additional areas. The fire's visibility from Hemet, Menifee, and Temecula has raised concerns among local residents. Reports indicate that a local man named Andrew took initiative by warning neighbors and attempting to fight the flames, suffering burns in the process. His actions reportedly helped save at least one mobile home and a chicken coop from destruction. Firefighters are actively working to control the blaze, and additional resources have been requested as the situation develops.
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Residents in the affected zones are facing immediate evacuation, which disrupts their lives and safety.
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