Baldy Fire Near Lakeside 100 Percent Contained

The Baldy Fire, which has consumed 220 acres near Lakeside, is now 100 percent contained.

Firefighters will continue to keep the fire perimeter secure and smoke will remain visible.

Pre-evacuation notices are no longer in effect, but local residents are encouraged to keep current of fire conditions. Authorities are asking non-residents to stay out of the area.

The cause of the fire, which burned just two miles west of Lakeside, is under investigation.

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