Multiple wildfires burn across Riverside and San Bernardino counties

Firefighters are battling several active wildfires, with evacuations in effect and crews working to contain the flames.

WOLF FIRE – BANNING AREA

The Wolf Fire started Sunday afternoon near Old Banning Idyllwild Road and Wolfskill Truck Trail and has now burned 1,400 acres. As of 7 a.m. Monday, the fire is 10% contained.

Evacuation orders are in effect for neighborhoods north of Poppet Flat Divide Truck Trail, south of Interstate 10, east of Highland Springs Avenue and west of Old Cabazon Road.

There are also evacuation warnings for nearby areas including parts of Vista Grande and other surrounding neighborhoods.

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The fire is spreading at a moderate pace. Firefighters are using helicopters, planes and crews on the ground to try to contain it.

Banning Unified School District has canceled all summer school sessions at least for Monday for the following locations due to the Wolf Fire:

• Hoffer Elementary School
• Florida Street Discovery Center
• Banning High School

An evacuation shelter has been set up at Hemet High School, 41701, E Stetson Ave, Hemet 92544. An animal evacuation shelter is available at 581 S Grand Ave, San Jacinto, 92582.

MANDALAY FIRE – RIVERSIDE/NORCO AREA

The Mandalay Fire has been contained at 83 acres, according to the Riverside Fire Department. Evacuation orders for residential areas have been lifted.

The fire burned in dry brush near the Riverside-Norco border—an area that has seen two fires recently. The Hidden Valley Nature Center and nearby trails are closed. Park rangers and firefighters are clearing the area and asking the public not to block emergency access.

Five additional engines, two hand crews and a helicopter were called in to help. People were seen watching the fire near the Santa Ana River Trail and nature center. Fire crews continue to do mop up to try to completely extinguish the fire.

The Riverside Police Department said that the following streets will be closed for the next day:

• Eureka Drive and Butte Drive
• Eureka Drive and Cucamonga Street
• Eureka Drive and Eagle Rock Drive
• Gaylord Drive and Stover Avenue
• Mandalay Court and Tyler Street

SMILEY FIRE – REDLANDS AREA

The Smiley Fire remains at 83 acres and is now 100% contained. No injuries or damage to structures have been reported.

A brush fire broke out Friday afternoon near San Timoteo Canyon Road and Smiley Boulevard, south of Redlands.

Fire crews stopped the fire’s forward progress over the weekend but continue to reinforce containment lines.

Access to parts of San Timoteo Canyon is closed as a precaution. Authorities ask the public to avoid the area while crews remain on site.

About 100 firefighters, engines, helicopters and water tenders helped combat the fire. Crews present currently are on mop up duty.

LAKE FIRE – SILVERWOOD LAKE AREA

Evacuation orders have been lifted for the Lake Fire, which started Saturday afternoon near Highway 173 and Cedar Springs Dam Trail by Silverwood Lake. The fire quickly grew to hundreds of acres. It's now 25% contained and is at 485 acres burned.

Highways 173 and 138 are partially closed. Crews have made some progress on containment, but strong winds over 30 miles per hour are expected Monday, which could worsen conditions.

The fire threatens nearby high-voltage power lines.

MINDY FIRE - AGUANGA

The Mindy Fire started around 4 p.m. Sunday near Aguanga. As of Monday morning, the fire was at 100 acres and 70% contained.

All evacuation warnings and orders have been lifted. Firefighters remain on scene to ensure containment.

More updates to come