India, June 11 -- The Ranch Fire quickly burned through over 4,200 acres on Tuesday, forcing evacuations in Apple Valley, according to law enforcement. The fire was first reported around 1:35 p.m. near Bowden Ranch Road and Coxey Truck Trail, just south of Apple Valley, based on fire department logs.

In less than an hour, it had burned 80 to 100 acres. Cal Fire said it was spreading fast because of the wind. By 3 p.m., the fire was measured at 369 acres, and by 9:30 p.m., it had grown to more than 4,205 acres. There were no containment lines as of Tuesday night. Cal Fire said in a summary, "The fire remains active and wind-driven in steep, rugged terrain. Firefighters are focusing on structure protection and containment line construction...