A fast-moving wildfire erupted in Humboldt County, triggering evacuation warnings and a highway closure as flames reached the roadway.

The MP18 Fire burning north of Hoopa had grown 300 acres as of Saturday morning after it was first reported Friday just after 7 p.m., according to Cal Fire.

Highway 96 is completely shut down in both directions between postmiles 15.5 and 19.5.

Caltrans said the highway will remain closed throughout Saturday, with officials expected to reassess the situation Sunday morning.

Two helicopters and an air tanker were already battling the blaze Friday night, with additional firefighters and aircraft expected to arrive…

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