Wildfire burns 33 acres near Shaver Lake, but gets contained
A wildfire that started in the Sierra National Forest burned 33 acres before being contained Tuesday, Forest Service officials reported.
The Musick fire was reported at 12:30 p.m. Monday in the Jose Basin area west of Shaver Lake. Firefighters were initially concerned with power lines and the dead trees in the area.
Some homes were evacuated as a precaution, but with full containment, residents have been permitted to return to their homes.
Air tankers helped stop the growth of the fire and allowed firefighters on the ground to complete a line around the fire quickly.
The public is reminded that the Sierra National Forest is in fire restrictions. Visitors can only have campfires in designated campgrounds and wilderness areas.
Tomas Kassahun: 559-441-6659, @TomasKassahun
This story was originally published August 11, 2015 at 7:35 PM with the headline "Wildfire burns 33 acres near Shaver Lake, but gets contained."