Linda Fire in Solano County prompts emergency evacuation warnings
(FOX40.COM) — Residents in Solano County are being urged to evacuate their homes as a wildfire spreads through the area, according to Cal Fire.
Around 3:17 p.m., first responders said the fire, the Linda Fire, was at 50 acres near English Hills Road and Linda Vista Lane, north of Vacaville. Zones SOL2788 and SOL2790 were placed under evacuation warnings. For zone information, visit fire.ca.gov.
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According to Cal Fire, 17 fire engines, three hand crews, two dozers, three water tenders, one copter, four air tankers, and one air tactical aircraft responded to the fire. About 125 total personnel were at the scene.
'There is a potential threat to life and/or property,' said the Solano County Sheriff's Office. 'Those who require additional time to evacuate, and those with pets or livestock are encouraged to leave now.'
Around 3:45 p.m., forward progress of the Linda Fire was stopped at 110.74 acres, and the fire was 10 percent contained.
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