The 655 acre fire on Marsh Creek Rd. east of Clayton is now 75-percent contained, according to Cal Fire.
The blaze, which started just after 3 a.m. today, is being battled by 300 firefighters.
Marsh Creek Rd. between Morgan Territory Rd. and Brentwood remains closed.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
UPDATE: The road has re-opened.
UPDATE: The road was re-closed at 7 a.m. today.
photo credit: Dan Dinneen Photography
Thank you firefighters.
Thank you to our wonderful firefighters. Our heroes.
Thank you firefighters, other first responders, and all support crews who provide meals, hydration, and other life needed items.
Just came from checking if Marsh Creek is open. It is NOT. It is now closed at the jail.
Thank you for the update!
agreed… good photos as well…
Just driving home from Brentwood . Marsh creek closed from Morgan Territory to deer valley.
So tired of it’s open or it’s not. Can Claycord please give us an update?