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A slow-moving vegetation fire at a homeless encampment in Riverside was extinguished within 25 minutes late Sunday night, January 12, 2025.
According to the Riverside Fire Department, the fire was reported at 10:49 p.m. near East Alessandro Boulevard and Sycamore Canyon in Sycamore Canyon Park, Battalion Chief Mike Allen stated.
Firefighters arrived to find a pepper tree and approximately a quarter acre of vegetation burning.
Although the exact cause of the fire remains undetermined, officials believe it was likely human-caused.
No injuries to firefighters or civilians were reported.
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Your safety and rights depend on what you do next after an accident. Remember the following steps if you find yourself in one:
- Check yourself for any injuries.
- Stay on the scene, call 9-1-1, and wait for emergency responders.
- Move your vehicle to the road shoulder if safe; turn on hazard lights.
- Fully cooperate with law enforcement and stay until cleared to leave.
- Document the scene and injuries with photos and videos.
- Seek immediate medical attention.
- Contact your insurance company and find a personal injury lawyer for legal advice.
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