Hemet Fire Continues into Weekend

Hemet, Riverside County, CA: On Friday, Sept. 9, the Fairview Fire in the Hemet community entered its fifth day consuming acres of dry brush as multiple fire department resources work to contain the flames.

Cal Fire reported late Thursday night the fire was at 27,319 acres and still holding at 5% containment. Early Friday morning, the containment remained the same with an acreage increase to 27,463. All evacuation orders and warnings remain in place.

Rain falling in the Southland due to Tropical Storm Kay off the coast, may have an impact on the fire and offer some relief to firefighters.

The Cal Fire Sunday, Sept.11, morning update states that the fire is now at 28,307 acres and 45% contained.

Video: Eric Lentz, Photojournalist / KNN