Watch: California wildfires rage near passing vehicles
BBC News 2026-06-16 09:30:13
Context: Wildfires are raging in southern California, with over 2,000 acres burned, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. The fires are burning in Riverside County, where vehicles are driving on roads close to the flames, and shelters have been set up for displaced residents. Evacuation orders have been issued in parts of the county.
Key Facts
- Wildfires burning through the night in southern California covered over 2,000 acres, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire).
- Aerial footage filmed on Monday showed a helicopter attempting to douse the flames, as vehicles continue to drive on roads that appear to be close to the fires in Riverside County.
- Cal Fire says over 40 fire engines and more than 250 personnel were deployed to tackle the blaze.
- Shelters were set up for displaced residents as evacuation orders were issued in parts of Riverside County.
- The fires are being fought by a large team, with over 40 fire engines and more than 250 personnel deployed by Cal Fire.