Hill Fire in Santa Barbara County grows to 1,383 acres
May 29, 2024
Hill Fire
By KAREN VELIE
A wildfire burning in the hills east of New Cuyama in Santa Barbara County has scorched 1,383 acres and prompted an evacuation warning. The Hill Fire is 10% contained.
Callers first reported the fire burning near the intersection of Kirschenmenn and Foothill roads around noon. The fire is headed south towards the Los Padres National Forest.
Shortly after 5 p.m., officials issued an evacuation warning for nearby residents. The warning provides residents time to prepare for a potential mandatory evacuation order to be issued.
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