India, April 4 -- Videos of the rapidly spreading Springs Fire in Moreno Valley have flooded social media, showing flames moving dangerously close to residential areas as firefighters battle the blaze.

According to Incident Command, the wildfire, now burning over 4,100 acres, is 25% contained, marking some progress after hours of rapid expansion.

Authorities warned that structures were being "immediately impacted" in the Championship Drive and Ryder Way areas, with law enforcement requested to carry out evacuations, as per emergency radio traffic.

The fire, which began earlier near Gilman Springs Road, has intensified through the day, pushed by winds and dry conditions.

Earlier estimates had placed the blaze at around 1,500 acres, wit...