LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — After nine days of work, firefighters on Monday contained the Ridge fire.

The fire began on July 20 east of Clearlake Oaks in the Walker Ridge area, along the Lake and Colusa County line.

Cal Fire said it burned a total of 2,756 acres.

The fire prompted evacuations as 50 structures were threatened. Cal Fire did not report any damage to structures.

In addition to Lake County’s firefighters, Cal Fire recognized law enforcement, including the Lake County Sheriff's Office and Colusa County Sheriff's Office, for their assistance.

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