It was first reported at around 7:45 p.m. Monday in the Santa Clara River bottom near N. Ventura Boulevard and Auto Center Drive, according to the Ventura County Fire Department.

When Ventura County closes a fire station less than two miles from city limits, Ventura households will lose an ally that shows up around 60 times a year to help with emergency response.

Ventura County Fairgrounds (for large animals) -- 10 E. Harbor Blvd., Ventura, CA 93001 Ventura County Animal Services (for small animals) -- 600 Aviation Dr. Camarillo, 93010 ...

Ventura County Fire Department Office of Emergency Services. The map shows the evacuation order area zoned in purple, with the words "Auto Fire - Zone 1." ...