Crews knock down brush fire near Cal State East Bay in Hayward

A brush fire that erupted Friday afternoon near California State University East Bay in Hayward has been knocked down, officials said.

The blaze charred at least 5 acres and burned in the area of Harder and West Loop roads.

Hayward Fire Department spokesperson Don Nichelson said the fire was first reported at 1:29 p.m.

Fire crews plan to remain on scene to mop up the blaze and make sure the fire is completely out.