The Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office has issued an evacuation warning for the 2-7 Fire in Vallecito. The fire began near the 3200 block of Six Mile Road and has quickly spread to about 100 acres. Residents near Vallecito Bypass Road, from just east of Six Mile Road to Parrott’s Ferry Road, are advised to stay alert and prepare for possible evacuation, according to the Sheriff’s Office.
The Genasys evacuation warning zones encompass CCU-134-B. However, with the unpredictability of fire spread, Calaveras deputies are diligently assisting CAL FIRE crews and enhancing security through extra patrols in the threatened areas. Travelers on CA-4 are encouraged to practice caution as both lanes remain open, as reported by the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office through their Facebook update.
Further reaching into Murphys town, the evacuation orders and warnings have been extended to include zones like CCU-134 and CCU-134-C. Residents seeking more detailed information on the current fire situation can find accurate updates and resources through the CAL-Fire Overview and the Calaveras Office of Emergency Services Everbridge Emergency Alert Registration, among other recommended sources, as per a report by the Calaveras County Sheriff's Office.
The 2-7 Fire, as part of the September Lightning Complex fires, has enveloped a total of 1300 acres with no containment thus far, according to Cal Fire. The rapid expansion illustrates an emphatic reasoning behind fire chief Brian Marshall's stern advice to those in alert zones, stating, "If they get those messages to evacuate, they need to evacuate now," as noted in a statement obtained by ABC10. "Don't wait and get out. It could mean the difference between life or death." For those requiring shelter, Bret Harte High School in Altaville is accessible, accommodating both evacuees and small pets, while the Calaveras County Fairgrounds are designated for livestock.
Cal Fire suggests for those in wildfire-prone areas to create a defensible space and stay equipped with emergency kits. Local warning systems like Nixle alerts can keep residents informed, and PG&E offers additional alerts for its customers.
