North Fire (Wildfire)

The North Fire started at about 2:33 pm on Friday July 17 near Interstate 15 north of Highway 138. It is approximately 3,500 acres in size.Mandatory evacuations in Baldy Mesa for areas: East of Sheep Creek RoadNorth of Hwy 138West of I-15/Hwy 395South of Phelan Road(Please see the Evacuation Zone Map) Evacuation Center for residents is at Serrano High School 9292 Sheep Creek Rd, PhelanAnimals can be taken to the Victor Valley Fairgrounds 14800 7th Street, Victorville Both northbound and southbound Interstate 15 are closed. Motorists are advised to avoid the area if possible. There have been no injuries. Multiple vehicles on Interstate 15 caught on fire when the North Fire crossed southbound lanes. 20 vehicles were destroyed, 10 damaged4 structures have been destroyed Fire is in unified command with San Bernardino County Fire, CALFIRE, and San Bernardino County Sheriff.Resources responding include: 22 engines2 crews2 water tenders1 dozer1 air attack plane1 lead plane3 helicopters6…