Firefighters were battling a fast-moving brush fire that burned at least 150 acres in Moreno Valley Saturday.

The blaze was reported around 12:25 p.m. Saturday near the intersection of Gilman Springs Road and Alessandro Boulevard, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.

The fire was initially sized at 75 acres at the time of report, but grew rapidly to 150 acres.

Authorities reported the fire burning in light, flashy fuels in an area with limited access.

Five additional engines were requested to the scene.

The cause of the fire was not immediately known.

No injuries or evacuations were immediately reported.

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