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Shore Fire Burns 2,053 Acres, Closes SR-60, Evacuates Residents

6/16/2026

Summary

Story summary

The blaze forced the closure of westbound State Route 60 and prompted an evacuation shelter for residents and pets at a Moreno Valley high school.
A brush fire dubbed Shore Fire ignited near Calimesa in Riverside County on June 15, burning roughly 2,053 acres and remaining uncontained.
Evacuation orders covered zones RVC-0231-B and RVC-0231-C, with additional warnings for surrounding zones.
Firefighters deployed multiple engine and hand crews, two water-dropping helicopters, five air tankers, and requested a Very Large Air Tanker.
The fire’s cause is unknown, with officials reporting no injuries.

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Story summary

The blaze forced the closure of westbound State Route 60 and prompted an evacuation shelter for residents and pets at a Moreno Valley high school.
A brush fire dubbed Shore Fire ignited near Calimesa in Riverside County on June 15, burning roughly 2,053 acres and remaining uncontained.
Evacuation orders covered zones RVC-0231-B and RVC-0231-C, with additional warnings for surrounding zones.
Firefighters deployed multiple engine and hand crews, two water-dropping helicopters, five air tankers, and requested a Very Large Air Tanker.
The fire’s cause is unknown, with officials reporting no injuries.