Brush Fire in Moreno Valley Forces Hours-Long Route 60 Closure

A brush fire that ignited near World Logistics Center Parkway and Eucalyptus Avenue in Moreno Valley on Saturday prompted the closure of all westbound lanes of State Route 60 between Interstate 10 and the logistics center. The incident, named the Iron Fire by CAL FIRE and the Riverside County Fire Department, was first reported just before 2:15 p.m. and was contained to 27 % before the forward rate of spread was halted by 8 p.m.

The fire expanded to approximately 600 acres, according to the incident report released by CAL FIRE’s Riverside Unit. Crews fought the blaze for several hours, applying water and foam to the vegetation and working to prevent the fire from moving toward residential areas. By the time the forward rate was stopped, the fire had been largely controlled, and the agency noted that no injuries had been reported.

Traffic officials closed all westbound lanes of Route 60 to protect motorists and to allow firefighting crews to operate safely. The closure affected the stretch between I‑10 and World Logistics Center Parkway, a corridor that sees significant daily traffic. The lanes were reopened later that evening after crews confirmed that the fire’s spread had been contained and that the roadway was safe for travel.

No evacuations were ordered and no injuries were reported, according to statements from the Riverside County Fire Department. The cause of the Iron Fire remains under investigation, and no preliminary findings have been released.

Moreno Valley, the second‑largest city in Riverside County with a 2020 population of 208,634, is part of the Inland Empire and the greater Los Angeles metropolitan area. The city’s location in a region that experiences dry, windy conditions makes it susceptible to brush fires, especially during the late spring and early summer months. CAL FIRE, the state agency responsible for fire protection in over 31 million acres of public and private land, routinely responds to incidents across the county.

The incident highlights the ongoing need for coordinated emergency response and public awareness of wildfire risks in California’s urban‑suburban interface. While the Iron Fire was contained without loss of life or property, it underscored how quickly a brush fire can grow and disrupt transportation infrastructure.

The Riverside County Fire Department and CAL FIRE will continue to monitor the area for any residual activity. Residents and commuters are advised to stay informed through official county and state channels for updates on road conditions and any future closures.