Half-acre fire burning in Thermal
Cal Fire / Riverside County firefighters are battling a fire burning in Thermal Thursday afternoon.
A Cal Fire spokesperson told News Channel 3 the fire was reported just after 3:40 p.m. near Avenue 62 and Harrison Street.
Viewers have reported seeing a large plume of smoke in the area.
The fire has burned 1/2 an acre and has the potential to grow to five acres and mulch piles, according to Cal Fire.
Firefighters believe the fire is about 50% contained, a Cal Fire official told News Channel 3’s Madison Weil at the scene.
Stay with News Channel 3 for any updates.
