(KRON) — A wildfire broke out Monday afternoon in Rodeo, according to Cal Fire. The fire, dubbed the “Rodeo Fire,” is located in the area of the intersection of Claeys Lane and Sycamore Avenue in Rodeo — near the eastern border of Hercules (see map below).
As of 7 p.m., the Rodeo Fire is listed to be 65 acres, according to Con Fire. It was initially reported to be 10 acres.
The Rodeo Fire broke out at 12:06 p.m., according to Cal Fire. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
The Rodeo Fire marks the second fire that ignited in Contra Costa County Monday afternoon. Crews are currently responding to a fire in Diablo — near Alamo — where there has been an evacuation order issued.
This is a developing story. Check back for updates as KRON4 learns more.
