Outbuildings, palm trees burn in Desert Hot Springs fire
DESERT HOT SPRINGS, Calif. (KESQ) – Firefighters were called out to structure and vegetation fires burning in Desert Hot Springs on Sunday morning.
Around 6:58 a.m., fire crews responded to the 18000 block of Bubbling Wells Road and the 67500 block of 18th Avenue.
Multiple resources responded to reports of about four acres of brush and palm trees on fire on both the east and west sides of Bubbling Wells Road.
Several outbuildings were also involved. All occupants had been accounted for and safely evacuated.
Southern California Edison was requested for downed power lines, which were de-energized. According to SCE’s website, the power outage impacted more than 1,400 customers and was expected to be restored by 9 a.m.
Officials tell News Channel 3 there was no damage to structures and no injuries from the fire. Crews were expected to remain on scene for about four hours, with Bubbling Wells Road to remain closed in the area until they finished.
The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Stay with News Channel 3 for updates.
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