Wildfires prompt evacuations near San Diego

Santa Ana winds lead to another round of power shutoffs around San Diego County
Another blast of Santa Ana winds Thursday prompted San Diego Gas & Electric to cut off electricity to thousands of residents in another of a wave of power outages that have continued off and on for two weeks.
Wildfires prompt evacuations near San Diego amid relentless Santa Ana winds
For the latest updates on the LA and San Diego fires, follow USA TODAY's coverage for Wednesday, Jan. 22. SAN DIEGO — Multiple wildfires broke out in San Diego County on Tuesday, prompting evacuation orders,
Critical Fire Threat Continues in San Diego County as Santa Ana Winds Intensify
A critical fire threat will continue across County as Santa Ana winds and dry conditions persist through early Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
California Wildfires: New Warnings For LA and San Diego Amid High Winds
"A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly," the NWS said.
San Diego wildfires force mandatory evacuations amid dangerous wind conditions
Residents of San Diego County are facing evacuation orders Tuesday as the Lilac Fire and Pala Fire have broken out in the region, officials say.
Santa Ana Winds to Persist in San Diego County Before Weekend Storm Brings Relief
An uptick in Santa Ana winds Wednesday afternoon through Thursday, combined with critically dry vegetation and low humidity, will result in elevated to locally critical fire weather conditions in County through late Thursday.
Santa Ana winds gust to 102 mph, delivering direct hit to San Diego County
Santa Ana winds finally delivered a big, direct hit on San Diego County Tuesday, gusting as high as 102 mph in the backcountry where a touch of long-overdue rain could arrive this weekend.
'Extreme fire behavior' possible near LA, San Diego as Santa Ana winds return
Red flag warnings are in effect until Thursday for parts of Los Angeles, Ventura, San Diego, due to low humidity and an uptick in Santa Ana winds.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 22
Jan. 22 A new wildfire was reported today at 7:06 p.m. in San Diego County. The wildfire has been burning on private land. Currently, there is no information on the containment of the fire and the cause of it has yet to be determined.
CA: Firefighters extinguish wildfires in San Diego - 59019597
Firefighters respond to the Center Fire which broke out in San Diego, CA, on January 22, 2025. Firefighters on the ground and in the air work to extinguish wildfires in San, Diego California. (Video b
San Diego blazes erupt; progress made on raging Hughes Fire: Wildfire Live updates
Over 1,100 firefighters were “strategically pre-positioned” across Southern California to address "ongoing critical fire ...
Red Flag Warning returns to San Diego County, prompting Public Safety Power Shutoffs, school closures
The National Weather Service has extended a Red Flag Warning until Friday morning for San Diego County's inland valleys and ...
Sepulveda Fire in L.A. stopped, Hughes Fire 14% contained with 10,176 acres burned
Forward progress of the Sepulveda Fire that erupted quickly overnight off the 405 freeway near Getty Center in Los Angeles ...
Fire in Bel-Air frays nerves as red flag weather is set to peak Thursday in Los Angeles
A fire broke out Wednesday night along the 405 Freeway in the Sepulveda Pass near the Getty Center, burning about 20 acres and spurring an evacuation warning.
Strongest wind gust across Southern California clocked at 102 mph felt in near Julian in San Diego County
With the strongest of the winds in the inland valleys and mountains of San Diego County on Monday night through Tuesday ...
Largest wildfire since deadly Los Angeles firestorm breaks out north of city
More wildfires started in Southern California on Tuesday night and Wednesday, as gusty Santa Ana winds continue to plague the ...