Mandatory evacuations in effect in Piñon Hills as crews battle Pine Fire near L.A. County border
Victorville Daily Press The Pine Fire burning near Piñon Hills grew to 450 acres and destroyed at least one structure Wednesday night as hundreds of firefighters from multiple agencies worked into the evening to strengthen containment lines, officials said. More than 200 firefighters were still working on the fire as of Thursday morning. "Firefighters are once again battling high temperatures, low relative humidity, gusty winds with extremely dry vegetation," authorities said. "Based on yesterday's observed fire activity and weather, the potential for significant fire growth still exist...