Flames broke out Sunday afternoon and quickly grew out of control in the area of Crews Road near Oak Springs Circle.
At least 5,400 acres have burned and the fire is 20%contained.
#RT @CAL_FIRE: #CrewsFire off of Crews Road and Oak Spring Circle, North of Gilroy in Santa Clara County is 5,400 acres and 20% contained. pic.twitter.com/XsCXaRUfi4
— CAL FIRE PIO (@CALFIRE_PIO) July 7, 2020
Mandatory evacuation orders are in effect for people who live along Canada Road... and Highway 152 from Bloomfield to San Felipe Road.
Firefighters back out attacking the #CrewsFire by air this morning. Just got an update moments ago from @calfireSCU: still holding at 2,000 acres and 20% contained. Video taken off of HWY 152 were evacuations were ordered Sunday evening. pic.twitter.com/ioMuEC4hoe
— Julian Glover (@JulianGABC7) July 6, 2020
Firefighters finding Ideal conditions this morning while battling Crews Fire. Breezy but cooler through Wednesday. #Update - https://t.co/7CuWNBbo8n#CrewsFire pic.twitter.com/xwgKp2ly3i
— Mike Nicco (@MikeNiccoABC7) July 6, 2020