Palm Desert fire contained

UPDATE: The fire was contained by 3:15 p.m.

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A car fire that broke out in Palm Desert has spread to nearby vegetation and is now threatening structures in the area.

The blaze, which was reported at 2:09 p.m., started on the 71000 block of Jaguar Way. Six fire engines are currently on scene battling the blaze.

The vegetation fire is currently affecting approximately 1/4 of an acre.

There are ‘threats to multiple structures’ according to Cal Fire.

A News Channel 3 news team is en route to the scene. Stay with us for the latest updates on this developing story.

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