LAKE COUNTY, Calif. — Firefighters limited a fire burning on the Northshore to little new growth while raising the containment on it on Saturday.

The Glenhaven fire began on Friday at Hillcrest and Henderson drives near Glenhaven before moving toward Clearlake Oaks, endangering homes and leading to the evacuations of thousands of residents.

The fire burned 403 acres and two structures by Friday night, when containment was 10%.

By Saturday morning, the fire had grown to 417 acres, a number which firefighters held it to during the course of the day. By Saturday night, containment had risen to 30%.

Also on Saturday evening, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office said the last of the mandatory evacuation orders had been reduced to warnings. Information about community evacuation zones is here.

The sheriff’s office urged community members who had been evacuated to return home with caution.

The agency offered the following guidelines:

Inspect property: Look for structural damage and check utilities.
Document damage: Take photos for insurance.
Dispose of contaminated items: Discard any unsafe food, water, or medications.
Ventilate your home: Air out any smoke or odors.
Be aware of wildlife: Stay alert for displaced animals.
Follow safety guidelines: Wear protective gear if cleaning up.

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