Crime & Safety
Santa Cruz Wildfire Reaches 50% Containment
Access to what they are calling the "Rock Fire" has been difficult, crews said, because it is burning in an oak and pine forest.
SANTA CRUZ, CA — A one-acre fire burning near Highway 17 and Hutchinson Road in Upper Zayante in Santa Cruz County is now 50 percent contained, according to Cal Fire at 5:20 p.m. on Saturday.
Access to what they are calling the "Rock Fire" has been difficult, crews said, because it is burning in an oak and pine forest. Cal Fire has initiated an air attack including a helicopter and air tankers.
The fire has a moderate rate of spread.
Cal Fire estimates that crews will be out there for another estimated four to six hours.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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