Marin Blaze Chars 33 Acres

San Rafael CA

15 July, 2021

5:21 PM

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MARIN COUNTY, CA — A Marin County fire that charred 33 acres was about 60 percent contained as late Wednesday afternoon, Marin County Fire said. #dolcinifire mapped at 32.6 acres. 60% contained. One way traffic control to commence shortly between Novato blvd and Nicasio Valley Rd ok Point Reyes Petaluma Rd. @CHPMarin @MarinSheriff— Marin County Fire (@marincountyfire) July 14, 2021 The Dolcini Fire originated early Wednesday afternoon on the roadside in the 6900 block of Point Reyes-Petaluma Road in a rural patch of Marin around 10 miles west of Novato. No structures were threatened, and no evacuation warnings were issued, officials said. The blaze was likely sparked by mowing equipment used by Marin County Public Works Department crews who were trimming vegetation along the road, The Santa Rosa Press Democrat reports. This will be known as the ##Dolcinifire - 6900 block of point Reyes Petaluma road. Please avoid the area. pic.twitter.com/8EqlTnrHio— Marin County Sheriff (@MarinSheriff) July 14, 2021