Update Brush Fire 05/23/2016

Update Brush Fire; 05:59PM; 11326 Wheatland Ave; internal:/; #LakeViewTerraceFire; Updated calculations show 135 acres burned, 35% contained. Flames burning northerly, away from homes and being stopped at ridge-tops. Hand Crews on the ground are surrounding the flames, helicopters are making strategic water drops, and fixed wing aircraft are assisting. The onshore wind is starting to help firefighters progress, plus possible drizzle in the morning. Full containment anticipated tomorrow evening. No structures damaged. No formal evacuations. No injury; FS 24; Batt 12; Valley Bureau; Council District 7; Erik Scott

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