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Vasco Fire burns 16 acres at Alameda-Contra Costa border

PIX Now Evening Edition 8-29-24
PIX Now Evening Edition 8-29-24 07:10

LIVERMORE -- A grass fire burning Thursday night on the border of Alameda and Contra Costa counties grew to 16 acres and was 60 percent contained, according to Cal Fire.

The Vasco Fire, reported about 5:30 p.m., is near Brushy Peak Regional Preserve.

No structures were threatened by the fire and no one has been injured, Cal Fire said.

The cause is under investigation.

Motorists are advised to expect delays and to use alternate routes to avoid the area. CHP said there is no estimated time to reopen the roadway.  

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