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VEHICLE FIRE - rpt @ 12:54PM. 17400 block Ben-Mar in The City of Desert Hot Springs. Firefighters are on-scene of a full...
08/31/2026

VEHICLE FIRE - rpt @ 12:54PM. 17400 block Ben-Mar in The City of Desert Hot Springs. Firefighters are on-scene of a fully involved vehicle that has spread to additional vehicles and a structure. Additional resources responding.

[UPDATE 2:15PM] The fire is holding at 23 acres and is 5% contained. Hose line and retardant are in place around the p...
08/31/2026

[UPDATE 2:15PM] The fire is holding at 23 acres and is 5% contained. Hose line and retardant are in place around the perimeter. The forward rate of spread was stopped at 2:31PM.

The incident was initially reported as a vehicle over the side near Highway 243 and Mount Edna Road. The vehicle caught fire, which extended into the surrounding vegetation.

One bystander climbed down into the rocky terrain and pulled an occupant from the vehicle. Fire crews assisted the bystander back up the hillside, where they were evaluated by paramedics and declined further treatment or transport.

Helicopter 605 hoisted the vehicle occupant from the ravine using a Stokes basket and transported the patient to a landing zone. The patient was then transported by ground ambulance to a local hospital with moderate injuries.

Firefighters remain on scene working to strengthen containment and extinguish hot spots.

ROAD CLOSURE: Highway 243 is expected to remain closed until approximately 8:00 p.m. Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use alternate routes. Please follow California Highway Patrol for road closure updates.

VEGETATION FIRE - rpt @ 12:00PM. Highway 243 / Mount Edna Road near Banning. Firefighters are on-scene of approximately 20 acres burning at a critical rate of spread. Additional air and ground resources are responding.

County of Riverside - Government

Residential Structure Fire: rpt@9:55 a.m. at the 66000 block of Ironwood Drive in Desert Hot Springs. Firefighters are o...
08/30/2026

Residential Structure Fire: rpt@9:55 a.m. at the 66000 block of Ironwood Drive in Desert Hot Springs. Firefighters are on scene of a two story apartment building with heavy smoke coming from the second floor. Additional resources have been requested. No injuries reported. The City of Desert Hot Springs

AIRCRAFT EMERGENCY - Rpt @ 6:07 p.m. Ave 68 / Lincoln st. in the community of Mecca. The first arriving unit reported a ...
08/30/2026

AIRCRAFT EMERGENCY - Rpt @ 6:07 p.m. Ave 68 / Lincoln st. in the community of Mecca. The first arriving unit reported a small aircraft down with a solo occupant safely out of the aircraft reporting no injuries. Further details about the aircraft and incident will have to be obtained by the Federal Aviation Administration and Riverside County Sheriff's.

TRAFFIC COLLISION - Rpt @ 4:50 p.m. North bound Interstate 15, South of 6th St. off ramp in City of Norco. Firefighters ...
08/30/2026

TRAFFIC COLLISION - Rpt @ 4:50 p.m. North bound Interstate 15, South of 6th St. off ramp in City of Norco. Firefighters are on-scene of a two-vehicle traffic collision. Two patients, with major and minor injuries, are being transported by ground ambulance. A third patient with minor injuries declined further care at the scene. The incident has been turned over to California Highway Patrol for further investigation.
‼ The #2-3 lanes are closed.
👉 For updates please visit: https://cad.chp.ca.gov/

VEHICLE VS. STRUCTURE - Rpt @ 12:28 p.m. 1600 Block of N. Perris Blvd. in City of Perris. Firefighters are on-scene of a...
08/29/2026

VEHICLE VS. STRUCTURE - Rpt @ 12:28 p.m. 1600 Block of N. Perris Blvd. in City of Perris. Firefighters are on-scene of a solo vehicle into a structure. Three patients sustained minor injuries and were transported via ground ambulance to a local area hospital. The incident has been turned over to local law enforcement for further investigation.

TRAFFIC COLLISION WITH EXTRICATION - Rpt @ 12:14 p.m. N. Indian Canyon Dr./Dillon Rd. North of Palm Springs. The first-a...
08/29/2026

TRAFFIC COLLISION WITH EXTRICATION - Rpt @ 12:14 p.m. N. Indian Canyon Dr./Dillon Rd. North of Palm Springs. The first-arriving company officer found two vehicles with major damage and one victim requiring extrication. One patient sustained major injuries, one sustained moderate injuries, and one sustained minor injuries. All three patients were transported by ground ambulance to a local hospital for further evaluation and treatment.
‼ N. Indian Canyon Drive and Dillon Road will remain closed while the California Highway Patrol conducts the investigation.

TRAFFIC COLLISION - Rpt @ 5:56 p.m. Iris Ave./Lasselle St. in The City of Moreno Valley. Firefighters are on-scene of a ...
08/29/2026

TRAFFIC COLLISION - Rpt @ 5:56 p.m. Iris Ave./Lasselle St. in The City of Moreno Valley. Firefighters are on-scene of a three vehicle traffic collision involving four patients. Two patients with moderate injuries and two patients with major injuries, are being transported via ground ambulance to a local hospital. The incident has been turned over to local law enforcement for further investigation.

RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE FIRE - rpt @ 10:10PM. 18100 block of Langlois Road in unincorporated Desert Edge. Firefighters are...
08/28/2026

RESIDENTIAL STRUCTURE FIRE - rpt @ 10:10PM. 18100 block of Langlois Road in unincorporated Desert Edge. Firefighters are on-scene of a mobile home with smoke visible. Additional resources responding. Assistance from Palm Springs Fire Department. County of Riverside - Government

🔥 EXTREME HEAT WARNING 🔥Dangerously hot temperatures are expected across Riverside County. Extreme heat can affect anyon...
08/27/2026

🔥 EXTREME HEAT WARNING 🔥

Dangerously hot temperatures are expected across Riverside County. Extreme heat can affect anyone, so take precautions to protect yourself, your family, your neighbors and your pets.

💧 Stay hydrated and drink water often
🏠 Limit outdoor activity and stay in air-conditioned spaces when possible
☀️ Avoid strenuous activity during the hottest part of the day
🌳 Take frequent breaks in the shade if you must be outdoors
🚗 Never leave children, adults or pets inside a parked vehicle
❤️ Check on older adults, young children and others who may be especially vulnerable to the heat

Know the signs of heat-related illness and act quickly if you or someone around you begins to feel unwell.

Stay safe. Stay cool. Stay hydrated.

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