Mendocino fire destroys 7 homes

Sunday, September 14, 2014
Fire encroaches on homes in Mendocino County
A brush fire threatened homes and forced evacuations in Mendocino.
vod-Kimberley Mitchell/ Ukiah Daily Journal

A brush fire in Mendocino County has destroyed at least seven homes, and more are being threatened.

The fire broke out Saturday afternoon of unknown causes.

So far, the flames have burned at least 130 acres and is 30 percent contained.

Red Cross workers have set up a shelter for people who've lost their homes and for those who have had to evacuate.