The Rye Fire burned a total of 6,049 acres (24.48 km2), before it was fully contained on December 12.

The fire destroyed six buildings, including minor structures located at the Peter J. Pitchess Detention Center.

[5] That day, Highway 5 was closed in both directions and Rye Canyon Loop was evacuated, as well as the entire community of Westridge, totaling 1,300 homes.

[13] On December 9, firefighters continued to mop up the area and keep the fire within the perimeter, bolstering containment lines.

[1] On December 12, the Rye Fire was fully contained, with no further increases in size.