A wildfire was reported this afternoon around 1332 hours PDT on Snow Creek Road and South of Highway 101, West of Unincorporated Palm Springs, California.  The fire has been named #SnowFire.

As of 1440 hours PDT, It is currently holding at 25 acres and is approximately 75% contained.  A Fire Investigator has been requested and is on scene.

There are no evacuations at this time of the post.

Approximately 100 Firefighters from CAL Fire/Riverside County, US Forest Service San Bernardino and from the Palm Springs Fire Department are battling this fire with the aid of:

  • 13 Engine companies
  • 2 Helos
  • 2 Air tankers
  • 3 Fire crews
  • 2 Bulldozers
  • 4 Overhead team

The cause of this fire is unknown.

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