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Fire crews stop forward progress of brush fire near Valley Center

​The fire was reported at around 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday.

SAN DIEGO — San Diego Fire crews stopped the forward progress of a vegetation fire that sparked in Valley Center.

The fire was reported at around 2:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Evacuation warnings were issued for residents living in the area near Keys Creek and Lilac Road. 

An evacuation warning remains in place for residents living in Zone SDC-0293.

A temporary evacuation point was set up at Pala Casino located at Pueblo Bank And Trust Company, 11154 Highway 76, Pala, CA, USA

No structural damage or injuries have been reported, according to CalFire. The state agency advises that the burn area reached about 30 acres.

Credit: CBS 8

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Credit: CBS 8
Fire burning in Valley Center on Aug 28, 2024

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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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