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Evacuation Ordered as Crossing Fire in Aguanga Burns 112 Acres
- Fire officials reported that on May 20, 2025, the Crossing Fire ignited around the vicinity of Petes Crossing and Lower Ranch Road in Aguanga, consuming 112 acres with no containment achieved.
- The fire broke out as hot weather arrived in Southern California, but officials have not identified its cause and warned that winds could spread the flames over roads.
- Cal Fire and Riverside County crews, supported by fixed-wing and helicopter aircraft, worked to contain the blaze while issuing evacuation orders and warnings for nearby communities.
- Evacuation orders were issued for neighborhoods located between Dove Drive to the south and Pico Lane to the north, with shelters available at Hamilton High School and the Anza Community Center, along with a facility for animals at South Grant Avenue.
- The fire's ongoing growth and difficult terrain suggest containment timelines remain uncertain, while no injuries or immediate property threats were reported in the sparsely populated region.
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Map: Crossing Fire in Southern California
A brush fire burning in Riverside County has forced evacuations of nearby residents. The fire began shortly after 1:30 p.m. Tuesday in the area of Lower Ranch Road and Petes Crossing in Aguanga. Related Articles Public calls for replacing Santa Rita Jail health care provider as contract nears end Amber Alert issued after two-year-old girl abducted in Oakland East Bay firefighters respond to vegetat…
Wildfire South of Highway 371 in Aguanga Scorches 126 Acres
A brush fire that erupted Tuesday south of Highway 371 in Aguanga scorched 126 acres, destroying one structure and was 40% contained. The “Crossing Fire” was reported at 1:38 p.m. Tuesday in the area of Petes Crossing and Janell Drive, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. The agency said multiple engine and hand crews from the county, Hemet Fire Department, Riverside Fire Department and surrounding agencies were sent to the locatio…
Evacuation ordered as Crossing fire in Aguanga burns 112 acres
An evacuation order and warnings have been issued for areas of Aguanga as a vegetation fire continues to grow Tuesday afternoon, May 20. The Crossing fire was first reported at 1:37 p.m. near Lower Ranch Road and Petes Crossing, according to Cal Fire Riverside County. • Also see: This map shows where the Crossing fire is burning in Aguanga The fire had burned 112 acres and continued to spread. Community members were ordered to evacuate in areas …
Wildfire burns over 100 acres south of Highway 371 in Aguanga
AGUANGA, Calif. (KESQ) - A brush fire erupted today south of Highway 371 in Aguanga, scorching more than 100 acres before Cal Fire aircraft initiated runs that slowed the brusher's advance. The non-injury blaze was reported at 1:38 p.m. in the area of Petes Crossing and Janell Drive, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. By 3:30 p.m., the fire had burned approximately 112 acres with 0% containment. Evacuation ORDER: RVC TULE-3 …
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