NORTHERN CALIFORNIA – Work is continuing in the effort to contain a wildland fire near Lake Berryessa in Napa County that began on Friday afternoon.
The Canyon fire began shortly before 1 p.m. on Highway 128 at Sage Canyon Road, according to Cal Fire.
It led to evacuation warnings at Turtle Rock to Sommerston Vineyard/Turtle Rock to Capell Valley Crest, officials reported.
On Friday night, Cal Fire said the fire had burned 114 acres and was 25-percent contained.
Resources assigned to the fire on Friday included 270 personnel, 25 engines, eight fire crews, two helicopters, six dozers and seven water tenders, Cal Fire said.
Cal Fire said Highway 128 is closed at Lower Chiles Road and Capell Valley Crossroad while fire suppression efforts continue.
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REGIONAL: Firefighters continue efforts to control blaze near Lake Berryessa
- Elizabeth Larson
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