Henderson Fire

Situation Summary

6/1/25 Afternoon Update: Due to favorable weather conditions and decreased fire activity the containment percentage has increased to 80%. The need for EVACUATION WARNINGS is being reassessed and future updates will be pushed if conditions change.

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6/1/25 Morning Update: Fire activity significantly decreased last night with the increased moisture and onshore influence, allowing firefighters to significantly increase the containment percentage. Overnight hand crews and dozers were able to complete control line around the perimeter of the fire. The focus today will be strengthening the control lines, mitigating hazards, and extinguishing hot spots.

Air attack is due over the fire this morning to reassess the need for aircraft and the temporary flight restriction. Two helicopters have been assigned to assist with mop-up today as needed.

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5/31/25 Evening Update: Firefighters continued their efforts in fire suppression today while working in steep and rugged terrain. The aggressive aerial support from fixed-wing and rotary-wing aircraft has helped slow the fire activity. Firefighter hand crews and bulldozers are actively constructing control lines around the fire's perimeter to aid in mop-up operations.

One structure has been destroyed, this was a fifth wheel travel trailer. The residents have been offered assistance from the Red Cross.

All evacuation orders have been downgraded to warnings, and the zones in Riverside County have returned to normal status. These warnings will remain in effect throughout the night and will be reassessed tomorrow morning.

Incident Photos and Videos

Henderson Fire | May 2025 | Flickr

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