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Hay Fire: Brush fire burns near Vacaville amid critical weather conditions

According to the Vacaville Fire District, it started just before 1 p.m. along the 6200 block of Hay Road, just east of the city.

SOLANO COUNTY, Calif. — The Hay Fire is currently burning near Vacaville and structures are now threatened, according to the Dixon Fire Department.

According to the Vacaville Fire District, it started just before 1 p.m. along the 6200 block of Hay Road, just east of the city.

It is not yet a Cal Fire incident yet, they are just assisting.

According to the Rio Vista Fire Department, Hay Road is closed but Highways 113 and 12 are currently open.

After 3 p.m. on Friday, Cal Fire said the fire is 20% contained and is 869 acres. Buildings are threatened, and no evacuation warnings or orders have been issued yet.

WILDFIRE PREPS

If you live in a wildfire-prone zone, Cal Fire suggests creating a defensible space around your home. Defensible space is an area around a building in which vegetation and other debris are completely cleared. At least 100 feet is recommended.

WATCH: What you need to know to prepare, stay safe for wildfires

The Department of Homeland Security suggests assembling an emergency kit that has important documents, N95 respirator masks, and supplies to grab with you if you’re forced to leave at a moment’s notice. The agency also suggests signing up for local warning system notifications and knowing your community’s evacuation plans best to prepare yourself and your family in cases of wildfires.

Some counties use Nixle alerts to update residents on severe weather, wildfires, and other news. To sign up, visit www.nixle.com or text your zip code to 888777 to start receiving alerts. 

Read more: Are you wildfire ready? Here's what to do to prepare for fire season.

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