Wildfire Threatening Pleasanton Prompts Evacuation Order for Thousands
The New York Times • • nation
Key Points:
- A wildfire named the Little fire spread to 1,000 acres in the dry hills of Sunol, California, prompting evacuation orders for over 4,800 residents in nearby Pleasanton.
- The fire occurred more than 30 miles southeast of downtown San Francisco and led to evacuation orders covering multiple zones, including the Ruby Hill Golf Club.
- By 10 p.m., evacuation orders were reduced to three zones, with advisories issued for four additional areas as firefighters continued containment efforts.
- Firefighters achieved 10% containment by evening and planned to work overnight using cooler temperatures and reduced winds to control the blaze.
- A helicopter was deployed to assist firefighting efforts, and one firefighter sustained a minor injury during the operation.
