Forward progress stopped on Frenchtown Fire in Yuba County, all evacuations lifted
Firefighters stopped forward progress on a wildfire that sparked Tuesday afternoon in Yuba County and county officials have lifted all evacuations.
Dubbed the Frenchtown Fire, the blaze charred 70 acres near Frenchtown Dobbins Road and Seward Lane. An additional spot fire north of the main blaze burned 20 acres, firefighters said.
Forward progress on both blazes was stopped Wednesday morning, according to firefighters. The fire is 75% contained and all evacuation orders and road closures have been lifted.
Cal Fire said in a morning update that “firefighters will continue to strengthen control lines and mop up any hot spots” after crews worked through the night to gain the upper hand.
On Tuesday, the fire prompted evacuation orders and warnings for several residents in and around Frenchtown and Dobbins.
This story was originally published July 20, 2021 at 6:25 PM.