Update: Some Containment Gained On Pedro Fire

Update at 7:36 am: CAL Fire updates this morning that the Pedro Fire remains at 2,727 acres and there is now 7% containment. The earlier announced evacuation orders and warnings remain in place.

Original story posted at 6 am: Mariposa County, CA — Progress is being made battling the Pedro Fire near Lake Don Pedro. as it is 2,727 acres, and there is five percent containment.

The CAL Fire Madera-Mariposa-Merced Unit reports, “Thick vegetation and winds have been challenging for firefighters, but they are making progress on the main fire. Firefighters will continue to prioritize areas of the fire with the greatest threat and will work to gain containment.”

There are 500 structures and powerlines threatened. PG&E is reporting about 75 customers in the area of the blaze are still without power. CAL Fire reports there is limited access for crews due to the difficult terrain. There are evacuation orders for the Hunters Valley area, Arbolada Road and Piney Creek Road and evacuation warnings for Barrett’s Cove Boat Launch Area, the north side of Hwy. 132 from Merced Falls Road to Jones Road and the south side of Hwy. 132 from Jones Road to Horseshoe Bend, including the Horseshoe Bend Recreation Area. Resources on scene include 300 personnel, including 22 engines, 4 hand crews, 3 water tenders, 6 dozers, and 5 helicopters.

To view a map detailing evacuation orders and warnings, click here.