The so-called Springs Fire was reported around 11 a.m. on Gilman Springs Road in Moreno Valley, according to Cal Fire/Riverside County Fire Department. Meanwhile, in northern Los Angeles County, crews were battling another brush fire in the Acton area, dubbed the Crown Fire.

The Springs and Crown fires ignited as the region faces gusty winds.

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The fire started Friday afternoon during a Santa Ana wind event.

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