oak glen fire update
The Oak Glen Fire grew to 1,000 acres this morning as firefighters braced for possible 20 mph winds. [1]
Miller said the conditions Sunday near Oak Glen were as radical as any likely to be encountered in a wildland firefighters’ experience. [2]
Evacuation centers are open at the Yucaipa Community Center for residents and small animals and the Yucaipa Equestrian Center for large animals, Martinez said. [3]
OAK GLEN - A tangle of dry, heavy brush provided enough fuel for a wildfire to generate 100-foot high flames as it burned Sunday along a ridge line south of here. [2]
More than 1,000 firefighters battled the blaze south of Oak Glen, but the fire had not damaged any homes or caused any injuries. [1]
That’s welcome news for orchard owners and tourism business who are preparing to start their apple season next weekend. [4]
The Oak Glen Fire had spread to more than 350 acres and Calfire spokesman Bill Peters said the flames were burning on a ridgeline south of Pisgah Peak, which is south of Oak Glen proper. [2]
Oak Glen is a popular tourist destination with apple orchards, restaurants and gift shops. [4]
Questions and answers on Daily News stories from readers like you. [5]
He said fire crews will work Sunday night to this morning to cut line around the fire. [2]
“Our concern is still for the community of Oak Glen, which remains under evacuation,” she said. [4]
Thank you for visiting San Bernardino County Sun. [5]
Mark Miller of the Oak Glen fire camp. [2]
Questions and answers on Daily Bulletin stories from readers like you. [6]
Gary Fritzcke and his family stayed behind overnight as the blaze crept over the ridge and encroached above their home, surrounded by apple orchards. [4]
Sources:
[1] UPDATE: Oak Glen Fire now 1,000 acres - DailyBulletin.com
[2] Heavy, dry brush fuels Oak Glen Fire; evacuations ordered - San …
[3] UPDATE: Firefighters launch new aerial attack on Oak Glen blaze …
[4] UPDATE: Oak Glen fire may force more evacuations | Inland Southern …
[5] UPDATE: Brush fire growing near Oak Glen, Yucaipa; evacuations under …
[6] UPDATE: Brush fire growing near Oak Glen, Yucaipa; evacuations under …