Crime & Safety

Containment Of Henry Coe Park Fire Is 50 Percent

Firefighters had 50 percent containment of a wildland fire burning in a remote area of Henry Coe State Park when the last update was issued.

HENRY COE STATE PARK - Firefighters had 50 percent containment of a wildland fire burning in a remote area of Henry Coe Park when the last update was issued at 3:15 p.m. Wednesday.

According to Cal Fire, the blaze is 20 miles west of Gustine in Stanislaus County, and has now burned 120 acres.

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The fire was first reported at 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday.

Also on Patch: Fast-Moving Fire Burning At Henry Coe State Park Is 50 Acres

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Gilroy's Engine 348 was one of several area firefighting units assigned to the fire.

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