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Authorities Investigate Cause of Rosa Fire as Evacuations Continue

Local fire agencies have deployed engines, water-dropping aircraft, more than 150 personnel, animal shelters, reception centers to battle the under-investigation brush fire.

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Rosa Fire burned approximately 1,200 acres in Riverside County, California.

Overview

  • The Rosa Fire ignited Monday afternoon near Highway 74 between Anza and Pinyon Pines, quickly spreading into the Ribbonwood area.
  • Mandatory evacuation orders remain in effect for zones RVC-1983-A, RVC-2121 and RVC-2051, with warnings posted for RVC-1984, RVC-2054 and RVC-2122.
  • Nearly 30 fire engines, multiple water-dropping aircraft and over 150 firefighters are assigned to contain the blaze.
  • Official estimates place the burn area at more than 120 acres, though some outlets have cited figures up to 1,200 acres.
  • Fire officials continue their investigation into the fire’s cause and report no injuries as containment efforts press on.