Four separate lightning instigated fires are burning in the vicinity of Borrego Springs. Collectively called the Vallecito Lightning Complex and as of last night, 0 % contained, the one closest to us lit up the night sky. Separately called the Wilson, Stewart, Cooper and Vallecito fires the total acreage involved as of 7:30 P. M. last night was 1,002 acres. I'll keep you posted.
8/14:4:30 PM
4 fires totaling 2,352 acres - 5% contained
Evacuations: A mandatory evacuation is in effect for the San Felipe area off Highway 78 and the community of Ranchita. An evacuation center is being established at Warner Springs High School. Expect multiple road/highway closures between Borrego Springs, Julian and Ranchita.
8 AM, 8/15
Road closures: Hwy 78 between Scissors Crossing and Borrego Springs; S3 between Scissors Crossing and Borrego Springs; S22 between S2 and Borrego Springs
Vallecito Fire: 519 acres 100% contained, located South-East of Julian
Wilson Fire: 5,000 acres 5% contained, located near Scissors crossing North-East of Julian
Stewart Fire: 3,800 acres 0% contained, located near Scissors crossing North-East of Julian
Cooper Fire: 3 acres 100% contained, located near Scissors crossing North-East of Julian
Wynola Fire: 3 acres 100% contained, Hwy 79 at Wynola
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