Point Fire burns near Bay Point homes, evacuations downgraded to warnings
BAY POINT -- Firefighters gained a handle on the Point Fire Saturday morning, with evacuation orders being downgraded to warnings.
The Point Fire was about 40% contained, and it had burned 471 acres, Cal Fire said on Saturday.
The fast-moving fire was reported shortly before 3 p.m. Friday off Evora Road, which is near Willow Pass Road, according to the Contra Costa Fire Protection District. By 9:30 p.m., the fire had burned 462 acres.
The county's community warning system said zones CCC-E217 and CCC-E218 should prepare to evacuate. People can find out their zone at https://cwsalerts.com/know-your-zone.
"You should prepare now in case an evacuation is ordered," the county said in its Friday afternoon alert. "Gather any important items you could carry with you, including medications, baby supplies, money, important papers, and photos.
"Locate any pets or animals and be prepared to cage or leash them. If you require additional time to evacuate, you should leave now. You will receive further instructions if an evacuation becomes necessary," the county said.