Crime & Safety

Flames From Fiery Crash Spread To Desert Hot Springs Homes

More than 40 firefighters from multiple agencies were sent to battle the flames.

The incident remains under investigation.
The incident remains under investigation. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

DESERT HOT SPRINGS, CA — A two-car collision triggered a fire that spread to at least two homes Friday in Desert Hot Springs.

The crash was reported at 1:55 p.m. in the 13000 block of Quinta Way, near Hacienda Avenue, according to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department.

More than 40 firefighters from multiple agencies were sent to battle the flames, and a SunLine Transit bus was requested for "firefighter rehab," according to a county fire department Twitter post.

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A county fire spokeswoman could not immediately confirm whether there were any injuries stemming from the crash or fire.