ZAMORA, Calif. — Crews are battling a wildfire in the hills of Zamora in Yolo County.
According to the Yolo County Sheriff Office's, the fire is burning in a very rural area with few homes, in the area of Road 12A and I-505. The affected homes were notified, or are in the process of being notified, about the fire.
Officials have called for evacuations from I-505 to County Road 90 and County Road 14 to County Road 16.
According to Zamora Fire Protection District Fire Chief Chase Covington, the fire is 65% contained and burned at least 100 acres.
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 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.
PG&E customers can also subscribe to alerts via text, email, or phone call. If you're a PG&E customer, visit the Profile & Alerts section of your account to register.
What questions do you have about the latest wildfires? If you're impacted by the wildfires, what would you like to know? Text the ABC10 team at (916) 321-3310.
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