Martinez Blaze Burns 10 Acres; Another Fire Burns Nearby

Martinez CA

07 November, 2020

4:27 PM

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MARTINEZ, CA — Firefighters were at the scene of two vegetation fire near Martinez in Contra Costa County Saturday. One, dubbed the "Crocket Fire," had quickly spread to 10 acres Saturday, Cal Fire said. Aircraft resources and ground personnel were battling the Crocket blaze off Cummings Skyway near Martinez. The second fire was burning on Bear Creek Road, and had charred about an acre. People were asked to avoid the area. This is a breaking news story, refresh for updates. #CreekFire [Update] Fire is now reported to be 10 acres. Firefighters and aircraft at scene. @ContraCostaFire pic.twitter.com/WslNOOXUi3— CAL FIRE SCU (@calfireSCU) November 7, 2020