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Evacuation order lifted following Sky Fire incident in Lake County

Fire-related evacuation notices given in Lake County following the eruption of Sky Fire on Sunday afternoon.

Evacuation order in Lake County's Sky Fire has been lifted
Evacuation order in Lake County's Sky Fire has been lifted

Evacuation order lifted following Sky Fire incident in Lake County

Wildfire in Lake County Contained, Evacuation Orders Lifted

A wildfire that broke out in Lake County on Sunday afternoon has been contained, according to the latest reports. The blaze, which started near Sky High Ridge Road and Morgan Valley Road, has been 80% contained as of the latest update.

The fire was reported around 3 p.m. on Sunday, and it spread at a moderate rate. Concerned by the approaching wildfire, evacuation orders were issued in zones LOW-E133 and LOW-E162.

Residents in these zones were asked to evacuate their homes as a precautionary measure. However, the situation improved significantly, and the evacuation orders were lifted around 6:20 p.m.

The wildfire burned approximately 19 acres of land, but the exact cause of the fire remains unknown. Efforts are underway to investigate the origin of the fire, but as of now, no information has been found about who started the fire in Lake County on Sunday morning.

Additional resources were requested to help fight the wildfire, and firefighters and emergency services are working tirelessly to contain the blaze and prevent it from spreading further.

Residents in the affected areas are advised to stay updated on the situation and follow any instructions from local authorities. The safety of the community is the top priority, and everyone is urged to remain vigilant and prepared in case of any future emergencies.

This developing story will be updated as more information becomes available.

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