Wildfire in San Bernardino California

The Edgehill Fire in San Bernardino County, California, rapidly expanded from a 5-acre brush fire to engulf 54 acres, destroying several homes and prompting mass evacuations. The blaze, which started around 2:40 p.m. on Monday in the Little Mountain neighborhood, was reported to be 25% contained by the evening, with over 200 firefighters actively battling the flames. Residents reported seeing their homes engulfed in flames, and many quickly evacuated, with a Red Cross center established for displaced individuals. Authorities are investigating the cause of the fire, with one person detained in connection to it, although it's unclear if they are a suspect. The incident is part of a troubling trend in California, where wildfires have burned nearly four times the average year-to-date total in 2024. As firefighting efforts continue, no injuries have been reported, but the community faces significant losses.