A brush fire that scorched about 130 acres in Good Hope, threatening several homes and prompting an evacuation warning, was about 40% contained, authorities said Thursday.
The Post Fire was reported at 3:53 p.m. Wednesday in the area of Post Road and Gardenias Street, about 2 miles west of the Perris Raceway, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
Multiple engine and hand crews were sent to the location, encountering flames moving at a moderate rate amid heavy dry brush.
Four Cal Fire air tankers and two water-dropping helicopters initiated runs on the fire at 4:30 p.m.
One firefighter suffered an undisclosed minor injury and required treatment at the scene, but it was unclear whether he would need additional care.
An evacuation warning was issued for properties in the lightly populated area south of Santa Rosa Mine Road, north of Gardenias, west of Post and east of Christmas Tree Lane, according to reports from the scene.
Sheriff’s deputies were summoned to shut down Post between Gardenias and Santa Rosa Mine for public safety. There were no reports of structures damaged.
About 8:30 a.m. Thursday, fire officials reported that the fire was about 40% contained.
“Firefighters made good progress overnight, gaining up to 40% containment on the fire line,” fire officials said in a statement. “Their work will continue today, contending with heavy mop-up in brush and high temperatures forecast. The fire remains at 130 acres.”
According to Cal Fire officials, a care and reception center has been established at Pinacate Middle School, at 1990 South A St. in Perris.
Pet owners can drop off their animals at the San Jacinto Animal Shelter at 581 South Grand Ave.