Event Brief
Aug 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM ET
Brush fire breaks out in Riverside County; evacuations
By The BriefBrief
A 57-acre brush fire dubbed the Wood Fire broke out Tuesday afternoon in unincorporated Perris, prompting evacuations in some areas. The blaze started just before 1 p.m. near Rider Street and Dreamglo Lane, according to Cal Fire, with evacuation orders issued near Cajalco and Wood roads.
WHO: Cal Fire and fire officials
WHAT: A 57-acre brush fire (Wood Fire) with evacuation orders issued for nearby areas
WHEN: Reported Aug 25, 2026 at 5:53 PM ET
WHERE: Riverside County (unincorporated Perris)
WHY: Dangerous heat was reported as conditions as the fire erupted.
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