CLEARLAKE, Calif. — Some evacuation orders remain as the Boyles Fire burns in Lake County.
Cal Fire said the wildfire sparked Sunday near Dam Road and Boyles Avenue in Clearlake. It was reported around 2:15 p.m.
According to Cal Fire, the fire is around 76 acres in size. The fire is 30% contained.
Officials said about 30 structures were destroyed in the fire. Damage assessment is ongoing. Fire officials said about 40 to 50 vehicles were lost in the fire as well.
Spot fires have been one of the challenges for crews during the firefight.
"Every time we turned around there was a new spot fire. And it's not a straight line to get from Point A to Point B. It was a challenge just to get those people evacuated," Lake County Fire Protection District Chief William Sapeta previously told ABC10.
"There were literally hundreds of spot fires coming off of this," he added.
No injuries have been reported.
State Senator Mike McGuire said all of the financial burden for the Boyles Fire falls on the city of Clearlake, but they are trying to secure a grant for reimbursement.
"There is no other county in the state of California that has been impacted by wildland fire more than Lake County. It is devastating. But over 60% of Lake County's landmass has burned since 2015. Tonight, our prayers are with the neighbors here in Clearlake and the residents of Lake County," McGuire said.
Gov. Gavin Newsom confirmed Sunday night the Fire Management Assistance Grant was secured to help with the fire.
“California is grateful for the Biden Administration’s ongoing support as our heroic firefighters and first responders work night and day to contain these challenging fires. We’ll continue to work closely with our local and federal partners to safeguard lives and protect property,” Newsom said in a statement.
Links to Follow:
Evacuation Map
An evacuation map for Lake County is available below.
A temporary evacuation shelter is at Twin Pine Casino in Middletown.
Fire Map
This map from the National Interagency Fire Center shows fire activity (this may take a few seconds to load):
Photos
Photos: Boyles Fire in Clearlake
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.
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 lvocal 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.
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