Fire in south Sacramento threatens structures, multiple vehicles involved
SACRAMENTO – Multiple vehicles are involved in a grass fire that's threatening multiple structures in south Sacramento on Sunday afternoon, the Sacramento Fire Department said.
Crews responded to 47th Avenue near Steiner Drive around 2:15 p.m. for a grass fire.
Firefighters are battling a Red Flag Warning in the Sacramento Valley, with gusts reaching up to 35 mph on Sunday.
What started the fire is unknown at this point.
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