Cal Fire reported that the fire had burned more than 3,500 acres since it was discovered Sunday afternoon in the Walker Ridge area near the Double Eagle Ranch subdivision, east of Clearlake Oaks. There is zero containment reported so far.

Due to limited firefighting resources, Cal Fire has stated that the fire could grow to 10,000 acres in size.

A DC-10 tanker was brought in on Monday morning to make a retardant drop on the fire, Cal Fire reported.

It was due to make another drop after 2:30 p.m. Monday, with officials on scene reporting that the fire was making “a significant run,” with winds reportedly blowing from the south southeast.

A total of 35 homes were said to be in danger Monday afternoon, Cal Fire reported, up from 10 that were listed Sunday. More evacuations could be possible.

Cal Fire reported that a total of 62 personnel were on scene Monday, along with 13 engines, three bulldozers and three water tenders.

The Walker Fire was burning down toward Highway 20, according to Cal Fire. One area where the fire was getting close to the highway was near the Oasis, a road house located between Clearlake Oaks and Williams.

However, the California Highway Patrol reported that Highway 20 was remaining open, and that they did not anticipate having to close it any time soon.

The county Department of Public Works reported it was shutting down Walker Ridge Road to all traffic with the exception of emergency personnel due to the fire.

Bartlett Springs Road is “enter at your own risk,” with no passage through to Indian Valley Reservoir, Public Works reported. The public is urged to stay away from the area in order to allow fire equipment to get to the fire line.

CHP said Bear Valley Road was being shut down from the Colusa County side.

Lake County News will continue to follow the story as it develops.

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CDRomma - thanks for the update IP:12.226.112.xxx | 06-23-2008 18:33:43 as a Lake County resident I'm thankful for the LAKE COUNTY NEWS. A great service, Thank you

OneFamily - Updates are helpful ! Registered | 06-23-2008 18:49:18 Just a thank you for a job well done. Here we (Lake County)are surrounded by fires, yet not a single TV station has bothered to mention this. LAKE COUNTY NEWS is the best.

CatfishEd - re: Updates are helpful ! Registered | 06-23-2008 18:55:48 CDRomma wrote: as a Lake County resident I'm thankful for the LAKE COUNTY NEWS. A great service, Thank you OneFamily wrote: Just a thank you for a job well done. Here we (Lake County)are surrounded by fires, yet not a single TV station has bothered to mention this. LAKE COUNTY NEWS is the best. I totally agree, Lake County news is the best and I really appreciate these BREAKING News emails.

Donna Christopher - Was wondering why visibility Author | 06-23-2008 19:13:07 was getting worse, thanks Lakeco. Wow, only 3 dozers and 3 tenders available . Three side by side don't cut a very wide break. Glad they had a tanker to lend to the effort.

BobbieLynne IP:75.36.170.xxx | 06-23-2008 19:32:38 HI

iamrolivari - Thank you for keeping us up to Registered | 06-23-2008 19:52:26 I am an elderly, housebound, disabled, senior and there is no news other than you. I don't know how I will know when to evacuate. The smoke is really bad here in Kelseyville. Can hardly breath with the swamp cooler blowing its best. Any suggestions on what to do?

chrizzy - Dilemma IP:63.206.206.xxx | 06-23-2008 19:58:25 To asphyxiate or to roast? The swamp cooler sucks air in from outside, so altho it cools you off, it brings in the smoke. Could you stay cool enough just using a fan?

Donna Christopher - Indeed, turn off that cooler Author | 06-23-2008 20:30:55 Can you get in the tub with cool water or a cool shower? That will help cool off also.

Longbeard Registered | 06-23-2008 20:52:04 A big thanks for the news....guess some "media" around here don't care bout getting something important out to the people.

dexterdog6481 - Fake Registered | 06-23-2008 23:11:33 Thanks to CDF, the GOP and Arnold for all these fake "lightnin" caused fires. What doesn't kill you makes you stronger.The OT is great!

sarahejones - smoke & fire IP:12.226.113.xxx | 06-24-2008 01:26:57 hey dude, the ot is great but just remember peoples lives & livelyhood are at risk/ i take it you are a firefighter good luck and keep doing a good job of keeping us all safe. a concerned resident for flake co.

smurf - impressive... Registered | 06-24-2008 00:51:19 the DC-10 drops and the e-mail reports from LCN, I hope nobdy losses their home and the fire crews get back safe-everyone hope for cools temps and no wind!

scitt - thanks Registered | 06-24-2008 01:48:55 Just want to extend my thanks for the great service this web site provides for lake county residents. keep up the good work Elizabeth and again THANKS!

ICU2 Registered | 06-24-2008 12:45:22 Think I'll make some calls to the tv stations ...this is generally how to get coverage when there is a distance from the stations. With so many reading how about a bit of help and let our voices be heard, time to include Lake county in the mix. Thank you Lake County News! Well worth the monthly fee hope everyone is signed up to help keep you up and running. Great Job!

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