Lake County's Peter Fire at 70% containment as crews make significant progress
A wildfire burning in Lake County near Kelseyville prompted evacuation orders and warnings on Friday afternoon.
Cal Fire said the Peter Fire is holding at about 47 acres off Adobe Creek Road, west of Carder Road. Crews reported a moderate rate of spread and short-range spotting. The fire was threatening multiple structures, firefighters said.
As of 6:48 a.m. Saturday, the fire was 70% contained.
An evacuation order was issued for Adobe Creek Road, Zone KEL-E150. That was downgraded around 6:45 p.m. to an evacuation warning. The other evacuation warnings were lifted.
Cal Fire requested 15 engines, six dozers, five water tenders, two crews, fire air tankers, three helicopters and one air tactical aircraft to the scene.
