Editors note: Article will be updated as information becomes available. Last updated Sept. 27 at 7:09 p.m.
A 16.8 acre fire is burning near the campground at Pinnacles National Park. There are 123 personal fighting the 50 % contained fire using 10 engines and four water tenders.
The cause of the ignition is under investigation.
The park will remain closed until 7:00 a.m. September 28.
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