New Patterson Fire Threatens Alameda County, Prompting Road Closures

Firefighters battle nearly 100-acre blaze near the already burning Corral Fire, with containment efforts ongoing.

The Patterson Fire erupted near Patterson Pass and North Midway roads, consuming 96 acres.
The fire is located several miles from the Corral Fire, which has burned over 14,000 acres.
Winds of around 30 mph are complicating firefighting efforts.
Several roads, including Patterson Pass Rd. and Midway Rd., are closed.
Two firefighters were injured in the Corral Fire and are recovering.