What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of June 26, 2026, the Shore Fire had burned in Riverside County, California, near San Timoteo Canyon Road, southwest of Calimesa.
The fire was located in the Inland Empire region and prompted a significant emergency response from CAL FIRE and Riverside County Fire Department officials.
Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?
The cities and areas affected by the Shore Fire included:
- Calimesa
- Moreno Valley
- San Timoteo Canyon area
- Surrounding areas of Riverside County
What is the current containment status of the wildfire?
As of June 26, 2026, the Shore Fire had burned approximately 3,085 acres and was reported to be 100% contained (1).
Firefighters continued suppression and mop-up efforts to extinguish remaining hotspots and secure the fire perimeter.
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
Initial evacuation orders and warnings were issued for areas threatened by the Shore Fire. However, as fire conditions improved and containment increased, all evacuation orders and warnings were lifted on June 21, 2026.
Authorities continued to advise residents to remain cautious near the burn area and follow updates from local emergency management agencies while firefighting and rehabilitation efforts progressed.
How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
- Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of June 26, 2026, this fire was 100% contained.
