MODESTO – Hazy smoke from a Livermore area fire blew into the valley Thursday afternoon.
The incident called the “Tesla Fire” was last reported to be about 250 acres with potential for growth by about 7:00pm.
The fire was spotted shortly before 6:00pm near Tesla Road, west of Carnegie State Vehicular Recreation Area. Aircraft assigned to the incident reported critical rate of spread reaching 100 acres in a short period of time, with potential to reach at least 500 acres.
Fire crews work to direct the blaze to a riverbed, requesting several tankers and helicopters to assist.
Winds were reported in the Modesto area at about 15mph. Those with sensitivity and health issues should remain indoors.
