CASTROVILLE, Calif. --
A vehicle accident started a blaze Wednesday that gutted a large barn and caused the evacuation of at least one home.
The fire broke out at about 12:57 p.m. on Castroville Boulevard.
At least one person was taken to a local hospital with injuries, North Monterey County fire officials said. There is no word on the victim's identity or the extent of their injuries.
CalFire said the blaze consumed a total of 15 acres and was contained as of 2:30 p.m. By 6 p.m. firefighters were mopping up hot spots.
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Castroville Boulevard remained closed in both directions from Archer Road to San Miguel Canyon Road as crews worked to contain the fire.
Also, nearby Elkhorn Elementary School was placed on a safety lockdown during the fire.
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