Boyles Fire burns dozens of buildings in Clearlake; thousands evacuated
CLEARLAKE -- Firefighters are battling a wildfire in Lake County that has quickly consumed 76 acres and has burned multiple structures in the town of Clearlake, Cal Fire said Sunday afternoon.
Cal Fire says there are multiple spot fires in the area and about 30 structures have been burned. The Boyles Fire broke out near Dam Road and Boyles Avenue. That's just east of Highway 53 and evacuation orders are in effect for people living near those roads.
About 4,000 people have ben displaced in the evacuation zones.
The fire is burning dangerously close to homes, a community college and a shopping center. Cal Fire is tackling the flames by air and on ground.
The #BoylesFire burning in Clearlake is 76 acres and 10% contained. There are approximately 30 structures involved with fire and around 4,000 residents displaced in the evacuation zones (CLE-E148, CLE-E157). CAL FIRE remains an assisting agency to the Lake County FPD. pic.twitter.com/d6slUBqSGf
— CAL FIRE LNU (@CALFIRELNU) September 9, 2024