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Brush fire breaks out near Otay Mountain

Cal Fire San Diego says the fire has burned 58 acres but had the potential to burn up to 200.
Credit: ops.alertcalifornia.org/UC San Diego

SAN DIEGO — Firefighters are making progress against a brush fire burning in the Otay Mountain Wilderness area east of Otay Mesa.

The Border 77 Fire broke out just after 2 p.m. Saturday along Otay Mountain Truck Trail near Kuebler Ranch Road.

Cal Fire San Diego says the fire has burned 58 acres and is 10% contained, and that there is no threat to any structures.

The fire is burning in a wilderness area east of the Richard J. Donovan Correctional Facility. 

This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.

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Prepare for a Wildfire evacuation

CalFire has built a list of things to have ready in case you and your family are evacuated during any wildfire or disaster. 

Ensure your wildfire ‘Go Bag’ includes:

  • A 3-day supply of non-perishable food & 3 gallons of water per person
  • A map with at least 2 evacuation routes
  • Necessary prescriptions or medications
  • A change of clothes & extra eyeglasses/contact lenses
  • Extra car keys, credit cards, cash, or traveler’s checks
  • A first aid kit & sanitation supplies
  • A flashlight & battery-powered radio with extra batteries
  • Copies of important documents (birth certificates, passports, etc.)
  • Pet food & water

Always have sturdy shoes and a flashlight near your bed, ready for sudden night evacuations.

If time allows, consider adding:

  • Valuables that are easy to carry
  • Family photos and irreplaceable items
  • Personal computer data on hard drives and disks
  • Chargers for cell phones and laptops

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