Crime & Safety
Fire Near Winchester Burns 15 Acres
Fire officials deployed 11 engine companies, four hand crews and air resources to the scene.
WINCHESTER, CA - Firefighters stopped a 15- acre blaze from marching south of Winchester Sunday amid sweltering heat and Red Flag Warnings.
The blaze was reported at 12:48 p.m. near the intersection of Winchester and Scott roads, according to the Riverside County Fire Department.
Fire officials said 11 engine companies, four hand crews and air resources were dispatched to the scene.
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No injuries or structure damage were reported.
The City News Service contributed to this report.
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