Ledson Fire Forces Evacuations East of Santa Rosa in Sonoma County
The Ledson Fire burned approximately 10 acres near Santa Rosa on Monday, prompting evacuation orders.
A brush fire erupted near the Ledson Winery in Santa Rosa on Monday afternoon, burning approximately 10 acres and triggering evacuation orders for residents in the surrounding area. Cal Fire crews responded to the blaze, which ignited along State Route 12 and North Pythian Road and spread at a moderate rate across oak woodland and brush terrain.
Fire Response and Resources
The Ledson Fire prompted an immediate deployment of significant firefighting resources. Cal Fire assigned six engines, four dozers, one air attack unit, three air tankers, two Type 1 helicopters, and a helitak crew to combat the spreading flames. Crews worked in steep terrain where the fire aligned with slope conditions, complicating containment efforts. As of the afternoon update, the blaze continued to move eastward with no containment reported.
Evacuations and Safety
The Sonoma County Sheriff's Office issued an evacuation order for Zone SON-3H3, with officials conducting active evacuations in the affected region. No injuries have been reported. Residents seeking evacuation information were directed to official county resources. The cause of the fire remains under investigation by authorities.
Fire Conditions
Firefighters encountered challenging conditions as the fire burned through light flashy fuels and brush. Additional air and ground resources were requested to manage the moderate rate of spread. The proximity to the wine country landmark near State Route 12 made accessibility and resource coordination critical to suppression efforts.
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