Deadly FairviewFire Burning In Hemet Grows To More Than 9,800 Acres; Containment Still At 5%
The fire began shortly after 3:30 p.m. on Monday a Bautista Rd. and Fairview Ave. south of HemetWhen the fire broke out Monday, wind pushed the fire west, which fire officials noted as the opposite direction they'd expect for this time of year. That took it to Avery Canyon, where it rapidly spread. Officials said it appeared that civilians in that canyon attempted to flee, but were overcome by the fire.
The remains of two victims were found in a vehicle in the burn zone on Avery Canyon Road. Officials said those victims have not yet been identified. A third person, who officials have identified only as an adult female, was also severely burned but is expected to survive. Officials said it appears all three victims were from the same family.The cause of the fire is under investigation. According to a document filed by Southern California Edison, the utility company is trying to determine if its electrical equipment may have sparked the blaze.
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