Tiger Fire near Pioneer forces evacuation order in Amador County
The fire is burning along the 28000 block of Tiger Creek Road.
Crews said the fire is burning at a moderate rate of spread. Ground and air resources are at the scene.
The evacuation order includes Black Prince Road, Belden Mine Road and parts of Tiger Creek Road.
An evacuation warning was also issued and includes roads in the Barton area on both sides of Highway 88.
It's unknown if any evacuations are in effect at this time.
Pioneer is located in the Sierra Nevada foothills and is one of Amador County's most populated unincorporated communities.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates.
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