- 📌 Southbound I-5 closed between County Roads 2 and 4 due to a large vegetation fire.
- 📌 Evacuation order issued for zone DUN-009, including areas west of I-5 between County Roads 2 and 6.
- 📌 A temporary evacuation center has been set up at Fire Station 12, 29145 Main Street.
- 📌 Traffic is being diverted via County Road 99W; no estimated reopening time as of 2:40 p.m.
A fast-moving vegetation fire in rural Yolo County near Dunnigan prompted the closure of southbound Interstate 5 and mandatory evacuations on Monday afternoon. The blaze, burning off the shoulder of I-5, sent a large plume of smoke visible for miles.
Fire and Road Closures
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) Woodland-area office reported that both lanes of southbound I-5 are closed between County Roads 2 and 4. The fire is burning along the interstate shoulder, and emergency crews are actively working to contain it. Drivers are being diverted onto County Road 99W and should expect significant delays.
Evacuation Orders
Yolo County officials issued an immediate evacuation order for zone DUN-009, which covers areas west of I-5 between County Roads 2 and 6, extending to County Road 88. Residents are urged to leave now. A temporary evacuation center has been established at Fire Station 12, located at 29145 Main Street in Dunnigan.
Local California Context
Dunnigan, a small community in northern Yolo County, sits about 19 miles north of Woodland and roughly 40 miles northwest of Sacramento. The area is rural, with I-5 serving as a critical north-south corridor for Central Valley traffic and commerce. The fire's location near the highway raises concerns about rapid spread due to dry vegetation and wind.
What's Next
Authorities have not yet specified the fire's size or containment status. As of 2:40 p.m., there was no estimated time for reopening I-5. This is a developing story; residents and travelers should monitor local alerts and avoid the area. Check back for updates.