EVACUATIONS have been ordered as a wildfire threatens structures in Napa County, officials say.
The blaze in California, dubbed the Old Fire, has grown to 570 acres with five percent containment after it sparked around 3.30pm local time.
3
3
3
The fire is burning near Old Soda Springs Road in northeast Napa.
Evacuations are affecting those who reside in the Old Soda Springs and Soda Canyon roads areas, officials say.
The Napa County Sheriff’s Office tweeted: “Mandatory evacuation orders issued for 1300 Soda Canyon Road to the dead end of the road. This is a mandatory evacuation due to a fire. Please leave the area.”
There have been no reports of injuries.
The public is being asked to avoid the area at this time and the nearby Silverado Trail is closed.
Fire crews will remain on the scene through to the night, Cal Fire said.
Old Soda Springs Road is located north of Napa near Roy Estate Winery and Sill Family Vineyards.
Napa County is known for its vineyards and wineries, and especially its Cabernet Sauvignon production.
Most read in US News
The region boasts more than 400 wineries and is one of the largest wine regions in the US.
Weather reports show that humidity was low in Napa County on Tuesday. The wind did not appear to be strong, according to reports.
Napa County is not under the red flag warning affecting the Sacramento Valley.
That warning was issued due to dry conditions and expected winds of up to 30 miles per hour.
We pay for your stories!
Do you have a story for The US Sun team?
