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Several Injuries Reported, Multiple Structures Threatened as Rapidly Growing Wildfire Spreads Near Moorpark in Ventura County
Mountain Firefighters are actively responding to a second-alarm brush fire on South Mountain, near the 7900 block of Balcom Canyon Road and Bradley Road.
Strong winds in the area are contributing to challenging conditions. Currently, 140 firefighters are on scene, utilizing 58 fire apparatus, with additional helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft requested to assist.
A fast-moving wildfire near Moorpark in Ventura County, California, has prompted urgent evacuations as it threatens multiple structures and leaves several injured.
The fire, driven by strong winds, crossed Highway 118 and is now dangerously impacting the Camarillo Heights area, intensifying risks to nearby neighborhoods.
Emergency responders are urging all residents in affected zones to comply with evacuation orders for their safety.
Several individuals have sustained injuries due to the blaze and have been transported to local hospitals for treatment.
Firefighters report that numerous structures are under immediate threat as flames rapidly advance toward residential and commercial properties.
Due to the extreme wind conditions, firefighting efforts are limited, with fixed-wing aircraft grounded for safety.
However, ground crews, helicopters, and additional support teams from surrounding areas are actively engaged, working to contain the fire and protect lives and property amidst challenging conditions.
Firefighters continue to battle the blaze with all available resources, hoping to slow its spread despite the severe weather.
Emergency services in Queens responded to a multi-casualty incident (MCI) late Thursday involving a major motor vehicle accident on the Kosciuszko Bridge.
The accident left six individuals injured, including two victims in critical condition suffering from traumatic cardiac arrest.
First responders arrived on scene under Box 8380, finding multiple vehicles involved in a collision that caused significant damage and blocked portions of the bridge.
Emergency medical teams immediately began triage and treatment, stabilizing patients for transport to area hospitals.
Two individuals required advanced life-saving measures at the scene as they were in traumatic arrest due to their injuries.
Four additional patients sustained varying levels of injury, and all six were transported to nearby trauma centers for further care.
Authorities are investigating the cause of the crash, which caused major traffic disruptions in the area. Motorists were advised to seek alternate routes as emergency crews worked to clear the scene and restore traffic flow.
Further updates will be provided as the investigation progresses and the conditions of the injured individuals are made available.