The brush fire that erupted in the San Bernardino National Forest between Anza and Pinyon Pines remained at 1,690 acres Friday with containment increasing to 30%.

The Rosa Fire was 21% contained as of Wednesday night and 25% contained as of Thursday morning, according to the Riverside County Fire Department. It has not grown since Wednesday evening when it increased from 1,658 acres.

The fire has threatened 498 structures, but none have been damaged or destroyed. No injuries have been reported.

Steep terrain in the area presents operational challenges, limiting access for ground crews and heavy equipment making fire line construction difficult. Crews continue mopping up the fire’s edge as well as extinguishing hot spots within the interior, according to the Riverside County Fire Departm

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