A fast-growing wildfire, known as the Springs Fire, erupted in Southern California, forcing evacuations due to strong winds. The blaze, which started around 11 a.m., rapidly spread to approximately 6.5 square miles (16.8 square kilometers) by the evening. The fire, located east of Moreno Valley in Riverside County, triggered evacuation orders and warnings for residents, although the exact number of affected households remains unclear. Firefighters, equipped with helicopters, engines, and water tenders, are working tirelessly to contain the fire.