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Lake Fire Near Clearlake Expands to 100 Acres, Evacuation Warnings Issued

An extensive mix of aerial tankers paired with ground crews is working to protect homes on Eastlake Drive.

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A brush fire is currently burning in Clearlake, California.
Lakeland Fire

Overview

  • Fire ignited at about 2:15 p.m. near Eastlake Drive and 3rd Street in Clearlake.
  • Cal Fire confirmed that at least two structures are involved in the blaze near Eastlake Drive.
  • By 3:20 p.m. the fire had grown to roughly 100 acres, rapidly overwhelming initial containment efforts.
  • The Lake County Sheriff’s Office issued evacuation warnings for zones CLE-E126 and the west side of CLE-E123.
  • Cal Fire has mobilized 15 engines, five dozers, four hand crews, three water tenders, two helicopters, six air tankers and one tactical aircraft to combat the fire overnight.