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A Strike Team of Imperial Valley and Yuma Fire Deaprtment personnel was dispatched to the"Sheep " fire near Wrightwood, California.

The team was activated after a call for mutual aid was issued. The "Sheep" fire is a rapidly growing fire in the Wrightwood area of San Bernardino County. The fire has already destroyed several homes and is endangering many others according to Mike Erfert, Public Information Officer for the Yuma Fire Deaprtment. An engine and 4 Yuma Fire personnel were dispatched to meet up with Imperial; County Strike Team members in Calipatria and convoy to the fire scene. A Strike Team typically consists of 5 engines and crews. The Imperial Valley Strike Team is expected to be used for structure protection duties.