Cedar Hill Fire Expands to 5 Acres, Fire Crews Mount Aggressive Attack Pleasant Hill, CA – The Cedar Hill Fire, which ignited near the Pleasant Hill BART station, has grown to approximately 5 acres, according to the Contra Costa County Fire Protection District (ConFire). Multiple fire agencies are currently responding to the blaze. Firefighters are actively attacking the fire from multiple directions, using both ground and air resources. Air drops of retardant have been deployed to slow the spread of the flames. The fire is currently burning in vegetation, but structures are not immediately threatened. Mandatory evacuations have been ordered for the following areas: * Glenmoor Drive from Reliez Valley Road to First Avenue * Cedar Road from Glenmoor Drive to Park Way Drive * Green Acres Drive from Glenmoor Drive to Park Way Drive Residents within the evacuation zones are urged to leave their homes immediately and follow the instructions of law enforcement officers. The cause of the fire is still under investigation. However, the dry conditions and high temperatures have contributed to its rapid spread. ConFire is working in close coordination with the Contra Costa Sheriff’s Office, Pleasant Hill Police Department, and other agencies to manage the incident. The American Red Cross has established an evacuation center at Las Lomas High School for those who have been displaced. “We are aggressively attacking this fire with all available resources,” said ConFire spokesperson Steve Hill. “The safety of the public and our firefighters is our top priority.” Residents are asked to stay out of the affected area and avoid driving on Glenmoor Drive and other closed roads. They can follow updates on the fire’s status by visiting the ConFire website or following the department on social media.Cedar Hill Fire Grows to 5 Acres Near Pleasant HillCedar Hill Fire Grows to 5 Acres Near Pleasant Hill (Updated 2:28 pm, Friday, June 14) Key Points: * The Cedar Hill Fire has grown to five acres near Pleasant Hill. * Moderate smoke plume visible. * Fire crews are actively engaging the blaze. * Fire spreading uphill in heavy brush driven by breeze. * Water-dropping aircraft, dozers, and ground teams deployed. * The fire can be observed on AlertWest webcams. Details: The Cedar Hill Fire, located just south of Highway 58 between Pleasant Hill and Dexter, is spreading up a steep hillside. Wildfire reporting service Watch Duty reports the fire is being fueled by heavy brush and aided by a breeze. Firefighting crews from Pleasant Hill Goshen Fire and other agencies are working to contain the fire. Water-dropping aircraft are making runs to douse the flames, while dozers are being brought in to clear firebreaks. Ground teams are also on the scene, fighting the fire directly. The fire is visible on AlertWest webcams, which are providing live updates on the situation. Impacts: The fire is currently not threatening any structures or communities, but residents in the area are advised to remain alert and follow instructions from local authorities. Updates: This story will be updated as more information becomes available.Cedar Hill Fire Grows to 5 Acres, Fire Teams Attacking Contra Costa Fire Protection District is battling a vegetation fire near Pleasant Hill that has grown to 5 acres as of 6:30 p.m. Monday. The Cedar Hill Fire was reported around 4:30 p.m. on the west side of Mount Diablo in the Morgan Territory. Firefighters from Contra Costa, Alameda, and San Ramon Valley fire departments are responding to the incident. Air tankers and helicopters are assisting in firefighting efforts, dropping water and retardant on the blaze. No evacuations have been ordered at this time, but residents in the area should be prepared to evacuate if necessary. The cause of the fire is under investigation.