US: Authorities continue to contain wildfire in San Bernardino County, Calif., as of Sept. 7 /update 1

Crews continue working to contain a wildfire burning in parts of Highland, San Bernardino County, California, as of Sept. 7. The Line Fire broke out the evening of Sept. 5 near Baseline and Aplin streets. The fire has burned around 2,882 hectares (7,122 acres) and is 0 percent contained. About 500 firefighting personnel are on site battling the blaze.

Authorities have issued evacuation orders for homes and structures in Highland and Running Springs, including the area from Calle Del Rio to Highway 38, including Greenspot Road North, and the areas of Running Spring east of Highway 330 and south of Highway 18. An evacuation shelter has been set up at Immanuel Baptist Church, located at 28355 Baseline Street in Highland. Officials have also closed Baseline Street between Fairwood Court and Brookwood Lane. Full details on the locations of evacuation orders and road closures can be found here.

Depending on the progression of the wildfires, the status of nearby roads could change over the coming hours and days. Authorities may close additional routes within the wildfire complex and evacuate more communities depending on fire activity and the needs of response operators. Residents' return will probably disrupt traffic flows after authorities lift evacuation orders. Power outages are likely in affected areas. Low visibility from smoke and possible ashfall could contribute to traffic delays and congestion in the region.