Pyrite Fire in Jurupa Valley: Evacuations, Containment Efforts, and Firefighting Tactics

Pyrite Fire Overview

• 🎯 The Pyrite Fire in Jurupa Valley, Riverside County, has burned over 200 acres.
• ⚠️ Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect for affected communities.
• 📍 The fire started just after 5 PM near Pyrite Street and Granite Hill Drive.

Firefighting Operations

• 💨 Favorable weather conditions, including humidity and calmer winds, are aiding firefighting efforts.
• ⛰️ While a portion of the hill where the fire started has been mitigated, active fire remains in the area.
• 🚒 Firefighters are working diligently towards containment, with 0% containment reported initially.

Resources and Command

• 🚁 Ground crews, approximately 40 engines, and three night-flying helicopters are engaged in battling the flames.
• 🤝 The incident is under unified command, involving CalFire, Riverside County Sheriff's Department, and San Bernardino County Fire Department.
• 📞 Jasmine Wood from CalFire Riverside County Fire provided updates on the situation and concerns.