Stretch of 60 Freeway remains closed, evacuation orders issued due to Shore Fire in Riverside County

The Shore Fire in Riverside County has rapidly expanded to 2,600 acres, causing the closure of a major stretch of the 60 Freeway and prompting urgent evacuation orders. The fire, which started Monday afternoon near San Timoteo Canyon southwest of Calimesa, has been spreading quickly, posing a serious threat to the local community. With the closure of the freeway, emergency response and traffic are significantly impacted, highlighting the urgent need for firefighting efforts and evacuation preparations to protect residents and infrastructure.