Yesterday, Contra Costa County Fire Protection District crews were dispatched to a vegetation fire at the intersection of Oakley Road and Willow Avenue in Antioch. The fire was first reported around 4:25 PM, with initial units describing a rapidly moving blaze that could affect up to 60 acres, per the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District.
The incident promptly escalated, leading to a second and then a third alarm response, given the fire's advancement into an area containing a construction company's storage, which held materials such as plastic pipes and wood railroad ties, complicating the firefighting efforts due to the intensity of the flames and the substantial smoke created by the burning debris. An unforeseen victim also involved in the blaze was quickly discovered and saved by the Handcrew- Crew 12, and attending paramedics assessed her for respiratory issues. Although no serious injuries were sustained, she did not need hospitalization.
As reported by the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District's incident summary, the fire ultimately scorched an area of about 10 acres and, thankfully, did not cause damage to any structures. The combined efforts of ground crews and CON Fire Copter 1, which made significant water drops, along with the strategic maneuvering of Dozer 220 to cut large protection lines, were key in the firefighting operation and in preventing the spread of the fire.
