Summary
Thousands of people in California have been asked to leave their homes because of the Springs wildfire near Moreno Valley. The fire has spread over 4,000 acres with strong winds making it hard to control. Evacuation centers are open, and the fire is being fought by hundreds of firefighters.
Key Facts
- The Springs fire started Friday morning and has grown to over 4,000 acres.
- The fire is about 45% contained as of Saturday morning.
- Mandatory evacuation orders are in place for several areas in Moreno Valley.
- Strong winds, with gusts up to 50 miles per hour, are spreading the fire.
- An evacuation center is open at Valley View High School.
- Smoke from the fire has led to health advisories and school closures.
- No injuries have been reported so far.
- Fire crews are also managing a separate fire, the Crown fire, in Los Angeles County.
