Line Fire
Arsonist sentenced to 16 years to life for Line Fire that forced Redlands-area evacuations
A Norco man was sentenced to 16 years to life for setting the 2024 Bacon and Line fires, one of which burned 44,000 acres and forced thousands to evacuate mountain communities.
Redlands Schools avoid make-up days after Line fire
RUSD closed for a week in September due to wildfire emergency
DA files multiple arson charges in Line Fire case
Suspect accused of three separate ignition attempts, resulting in 37,000-acre wildfire that displaced thousands and injured firefighter
34-year-old man arrested on suspicion of starting devastating Line Fire
Sheriff said suspect may be responsible for other fires.
Childcare resources available in Redlands following Line Fire school closures
The fire has grown to 32,905 acres and is 14% contained.
Redlands Unified cancels class for remainder of the week due to Line Fire
Fire has grown to 27,974 acres and is 5% contained
Massive helicopter operation staged at Redlands Airport to fight Line Fire
Helicopter crews work 8-hour shifts, dropping thousands of gallons per flight to slow the fire's advance
Redlands faces hazardous air quality as Line Fire burns 21,200 acres
Schools closed, evacuations ordered as wildfire smoke and extreme heat create dangerous conditions. Local agencies issue health advisories and mobilize firefighting resources to protect the community.
Line Fire explodes to 17,000 acres overnight; state of emergency declared
Erratic winds and critically dry vegetation fuel rapid expansion; evacuation warnings were issued for Green Valley Lake, Cedar Glen, Lake Arrowhead, Crestline, and Valley of Enchantment
Line Fire spreads to 7,000+ acres; Evacuations ordered
Redlands Fire Department assists in fighting Line Fire that started Thursday, Sept. 5 in Highland