Pyrite Fire In Jurupa Valley Swells To 425 Acres, Evacuations In Place

JURUPA VALLEY, CA — A brush fire in Jurupa Valley more than doubled in size overnight after triggering evacuation orders and an immediate fire response on Friday, according to Cal Fire officials.

The fire, dubbed the Pyrite Fire, had consumed 425 acres and was 15 percent contained as of 2:15 p.m. Saturday, fire officials said in an update.

"Firefighters made strong progress overnight, with hand crews cutting line around the fire perimeter and continuing today to strengthen containment lines," Cal Fire officials said.

The blaze was originally reported at 5:19 p.m. Friday near Pyrite Street and Granite Hill Drive, near California State Route 60 Freeway. Reports said the brush fire initially consumed about 15 acres of vegetation before expanding, according to Cal Fire.

As of Saturday morning, nearly 300 firefighters were on the scene, including eight hand crews. They were aided by water drops from two helicopters, fire officials said.

No injuries have been reported, and currently, no structures are under threat.

Evacuation orders were issued for nearby areas, with warnings set in place north of Sierra Avenue, south of Lauren Lane, east of Sierra Avenue, and west of Armstrong Road.

Evacuation warnings are in place for the following zones:

• JUR-0020
• JUR-0034
• JUR-0036
• JUR-0017
• JUR-0018
• JUR-0019
• JUR-0031

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A lane closure is also in effect for the No. 2 southbound lane on Sierra Avenue to allow access for fire resources and equipment. Officials are urging motorists to use caution when re-entering the area, as crews and heavy equipment remain active.

An evacuation shelter has been established at Jurupa Valley High School, located at 10551 Bellegrave Ave. People under evacuation orders can bring their animals to the Western Riverside County/City Animal Shelter in Jurupa Valley.

The cause of the Pyrite Fire remains under investigation, officials said.