Morongo Valley Fire Department quickly knocked down a motorhome fire on Tuesday, July 12th off Big Morongo Canyon and Highway 62. The vehicle was full engulfed in flames when firefighters arrived, and the flames had spread to nearby trees and vegetation. Cal Fire responded with two fire engines from Yucca Valley to help suppress the flames. Overall – Nine firefighters and Chief Brakebill responded to the call and had the fire under control within 15 minutes.
Once an outdoor fire has been extinguished, the job isn’t over. “Mop up” operations using thermal imaging cameras, hand tools and hoseline makes sure that there aren’t any hidden “hotspots” that can reignite and start another fire. Cal Fire also replenishes the water tank used to extinguish the fire.
The motorhome occupant was taken into custody during the fire and was removed from the scene – and the cause of the fire is still under investigation.
