Update: The forward rate of spread was stopped at around five acres.
Original story posted at 4:38pm: Midpines, CA — If you notice aircraft overhead late this afternoon, it is because resources from the Columbia Air Attack Base have been sent to a fire in the Midpines area of Mariposa County.
The incident is being called the “Triangle Fire.” It is in the area of Triangle Road and estimated to be around 5-10 acres in size. No additional information is immediately available.
This post was last modified on 07/02/2018 5:39 am
Written by BJ Hansen.
Sign up for our Breaking News Alerts and the myMotherLode.com Daily Newsletters by clicking here. Report breaking news, traffic or weather to our News Hotline (209) 532-6397. Send Mother Lode News Story photos to news@clarkebroadcasting.com.
Our Fire Information Section is under the “Community” section here, or keyword: fire
Local Burn Day information is here. If you see breaking news send us photo at news@clarkebroadcasting.com.