Record Fire in Riverside County Burns 650 Acres, Prompts Evacuations

Six firefighters hospitalized with minor injuries as crews work to contain the human-caused blaze.

The fire began near San Jacinto and quickly spread to 650 acres, remaining 0% contained.
Evacuation warnings were issued for the Poppet Flats area, including the Silent Valley Club RV resort.
Ground units and water-dropping aircraft are actively battling the fire.
A care and reception center has been set up at Nicolet Middle School in Banning.
The fire is under investigation, with initial reports indicating it was human-caused.