Springs Fire burns more than 4,000 acres in Moreno Valley; 10% contained

MORENO VALLEY, Calif. (KESQ) - A brush fire in Moreno Valley burned 4,176 acres on Friday with 10% containment.

The fire was reported about 11 a.m. in the 15900 block of Gilman Springs Road, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.   

The blaze was initially estimated at roughly 5 acres but quickly spread, reaching 1,500 acres by 1:30 p.m., fire officials said. It has a potential for 5,000 acres and is heading towards Lake Perris.

Evacuation orders were issued for zones MOE-0507, MOE-0641, MOE-0744, MOE-0745, MOE-0746, MOE-0747, RVC-0748, RVC-0825, RVC-0826. An evacuation warning was issued for zones MOE-0504, MOE- 0505, MOE-0506, MOE-0639 and MOE-0640.

An evacuation shelter was opened at Valley View High School, located at 13135 Nason St., in Moreno Valley.

Two air tankers and about 30 engines were requested to assist in battling the blaze, according to the fire department.   

Gilman Springs Road between Alessandro Road and Bridge Street was temporarily closed.

The cause of the fire was under investigation, and no injuries were immediately reported.