Applegate Fire in Orange County , California , has burned 420 acres , is 20 % contained . The Applegate Fire -- centered in Placer County , about 40 miles northeast up Interstate 80 from Sacramento -- had burned 420 acres and was 20 % contained as of late Thursday afternoon , according to Cal Fire 's website . Authorities issue mandatory evacuation for residents of ` ` primary residences '' in the area . Fire spokesman : ` ` We do not have containment on the lines that could help ... '' The area , like most of California , is experiencing ` ` exceptional situation ''
Applegate Fire in Orange County , California , has burned 420 acres , is 20 % contained . Authorities issue mandatory evacuation for residents of ` ` primary residences '' in the area . Fire spokesman : ` ` We do not have containment on the lines that could help ... '' The area , like most of California , is experiencing ` ` exceptional situation ''