Fire

Newell says the fire was contained at around 9 a.m. The cause is still under investigation.

Andersen encouraged smokers to ensure cigarette butts and any ashes are out cold before discarding them.

Further information is expected to be released as the new management team assumes command of the fire, Dinges continued.

This story will be updated as more information is released.

No one was injured in the blaze.

Officials say rural communities in Woods Landing and Jelm Mountain were evacuated last June during a nearby forest fire.

Fire crews are being flown into the area.

It was first reported Monday at an estimated 500 acres in size.

No property damage or injuries had been reported as of Wednesday evening.

Fire managers still expected to have the Pedro Mountain Fire totally contained by Tuesday, Sept. 10.