Cal Fire crews responded to a rapidly growing vegetation fire in the community of Shelter Valley on Sunday. The blaze, named the Scissors Fire, expanded to 25 acres within an hour, burning uncontrollably through light-to-medium fuel at a moderate rate of speed.
By 4 p.m., the fire had spread to approximately 40 acres. Fortunately, no structures were threatened during the incident.
The fire started around 2:20 p.m. near San Felipe Road and State Route 78. In response, the California Highway Patrol closed both roads, allowing only passenger cars to pass through to ensure public safety.
Incident command requested additional resources including two crews, two water tenders, one dozer, five engines, and three air tankers to combat the fire. The fire was burning along the main highway connecting Julian and Borrego Springs in San Diego’s backcountry.
No injuries were reported initially. The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Cal Fire continues to monitor the situation closely.
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