One Injured in 40 Acre Grass Fire Near Paicnes - Central Coast News KION/KCBA

SAN BENITO COUNTY, Calif- CalFire crews contained a 30 to 40 acre grass fire burning at La Gloria Road near Highway 25 in just under an hour Thursday evening.

The fire started around 5:45 p.m. and CalFire immediately responded with 90 firefighters, 1 air tanker, 2 helicopters, and 5 engines. The fire was already at 20 to 30 acres when crews arrived.

Winds, combined with the high temperature and low relative humidity in the area, fanned the spread, said CalFire. Though the fire spread about another 10 acres, crews had the fire contained in under a hour. According to CalFire Spokesperson Jonathan Pangburn, they contained it so quickly due to the quick and aggressive initial attack.

One person was injured before CalFire Crews arrived on scene. That person received 2nd degree burns to his forearm.

Safety Information From CalFire:

Residents are encouraged to exercise extreme caution when in or near the wildland or open areas to prevent a fire. It is important that everyone monitor the weather and be on the lookout for fires. If fires occur in the area, be prepared to follow all instructions of fire and law enforcement officials if an evacuation is ordered. The public is encouraged to review "Ready, Set, Go" procedures at www.ReadyForWildfire.org. Each person and family should insure that they are "Set" for a potential emergency situation and prepared to activate the "Go" (evacuation) portion in a calm and safe manner.

For more ways to prepare and prevent wildfires visit www.ReadyForWildfire.org or www.fire.ca.gov.