Rough Fire containment grows Friday
The Rough Fire burning in the Sierra east of Fresno reached 141,491 acres and expanded to 68 containment on Friday.
With 1,493 personnel working, firefighters have slowed the progress of the fire, officials said.
The Sequoia National Forest will remain closed until the fire is declared out.
The public is reminded to be cautious of fire equipment in the area.
Bridget Webster: 559-441-6304, @bridgetw05
This story was originally published September 18, 2015 at 8:00 PM with the headline "Rough Fire containment grows Friday."