The containment of the Bonny Fire in and around the Cahuilla Indian Reservation southeast of Aguanga has increased to 50% as of Tuesday, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
Previously, the containment was at 40% during the 7 a.m. update, but it has now seen an increase to 50% as reported at 7 p.m.
Full containment of the fire is expected by Monday.
The department reported that firefighters are actively reinforcing containment lines, extinguishing hot spots, and maintaining patrol over the fire area. There has been no spread of the fire beyond its current perimeter.
However, there is a possibility of thunderstorms throughout the night, which could potentially increase the risk of fire behavior. The unburned grass and brush within the fire area pose a threat of re-ignition along the perimeter.
Evacuation warnings have been lifted for all areas north of the southern Cahuilla Reservation boundary, the area north of the San Diego County line, east of Terwilliger Road, south of La Cima Road/Indian Paint Brush Road, and west of Anza Borrego State Park, as of 3 p.m. on Tuesday.
However, evacuation orders are still in effect for areas north of the San Diego County line, east of Bonny Lane, south of Ramsey Road, and west of Chapman Road.
Additionally, evacuation warnings are in effect for areas north of the San Diego County line and Ramsey Road, east of Spanish Spur Trail, south of the Cahuilla Reservation boundary, and west of Terwilliger Road.
The fire was initially reported around 2:50 p.m. on Thursday in the vicinity of Bonny and Barber lanes. It has since burned approximately 2,305 acres, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
On Friday around 2 p.m., the fire came dangerously close to Chapman and Johnston roads. Cal Fire air tankers and water-dropping helicopters were deployed to protect nearby homes from damage. Thanks to their efforts, only one outbuilding and a vehicle were destroyed. Fortunately, no serious injuries were reported among the firefighters.
Aid has been provided by Cal Fire tankers and helicopters, which have been rotating in and out of the area. Around 2,000 personnel, including county engine and hand crews, as well as firefighters from various agencies such as the Corona Fire Department, Hemet Fire Department, and Murrieta Fire & Rescue, are working on the ground. Hot shot crews from Kern County have also been dispatched to assist.
It is worth noting that the affected area is sparsely populated.
The cause of the fire is currently under investigation.
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