Vista Grande Grass Fire Forces Fairfield Evacuations, Burns 15 Acres

Multiple grass fires broke out in Fairfield, California, prompting evacuation orders for residents in areas including Palmer Circle, Bear Creek Drive, and Cherry Valley Circle. The largest blaze, known as the Vista Grande Fire, has burned over 15 acres near Vista Grande and Capitola Way, with firefighters actively battling the flames and Cal Fire assisting in the effort. Another fire near East Travis Boulevard and Sunset Avenue burned two to three acres but did not damage any properties or cause injuries. The causes of the fires remain unknown, and containment status is currently unclear. Authorities have urged residents in wildfire-prone areas to create defensible spaces around their homes and to prepare emergency kits, including important documents and N95 masks, as well as to sign up for local alert systems for timely updates. No injuries have been reported so far, and emergency crews continue to respond to the situation.