Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
Also serving the communities of De Luz, Rainbow, Camp Pendleton, Pala and Pauma
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Two patients were transported with non-life threatening injuries after an accident was reported this morning at 8:53 am on S. Mission and SR 76. According to CHP, there could be two traffic accidents, with another one reported at S.Mission and LaCanada. Traffic is impeded over two miles in both directions. An ambulance left the scene, transporting someone at about 9:30 am. The area should be avoided. Both sides of South Mission were cleared for traffic at about 10 am. It Has... Full story
Disaster was averted early Sunday morning, Dec. 10, when some homeowner's dogs alerted them that there was trouble. Their residential structure fire started in the early morning at 2:50 am. The fire was reported in the vicinity of the 2700 block of Reche Road in Fallbrook and was a fully engulfed structure within minutes, according to NCFPD PIO John Choi. This area is especially vulnerable as it is near Live Oak Park and heavily wooded with old oak trees. PIO Choi said,... Full story
In the wake of a significant data breach attack by ransomware criminals at Tri-City Hospital and the subsequent display of those records on the dark web, cybersecurity experts are highlighting the risks of stolen personal information and the ensuing threat of identity theft and credit card fraud. The breach, which saw confidential records illegally accessed, underscores a growing concern over digital security in sensitive sectors. Jake Milstein, a cybersecurity advisor at Critical Insight, emphasized the potential dangers,... Full story
This week, ASTRA helicopters have been over Fallbrook looking for teenage girls 2 nights in a row, Mobday and Tuesday. According to the San Diego sheriff's department, both girls have been found safe and there's no foul play suspected.... Full story
NCFPD and CalFire responded to a car fire in the 800 block of Stewart Canyon this morning at about 9:30 am. It is unverified, but reported, that the fire spread to a home or structure. The area was reported as challenging but fire crews knocked it down fairly quickly. More information will be reported as it is available.... Full story
A Fallbrook Sheriff's deputy was involved in a two-car collision this morning. It was called in at 10:04 am at the corner of W. View St. and De Luz Rd. The other vehicle was a black sedan. Both were towed. The accident is under investigation by the California Highway Patrol and no one transported for injuries. More information will be reported as it becomes available.... Full story
A motorcyclist was transported with major injuries to Palomar hospital after being involved in a multiple-vehicle accident today, which was reported at 1:23 pm today, Wednesday, on S. Mission and Olive Hill Rd. A motorcyclist was reported as "down in lane." CHP requested three tow trucks and an air ambulance was requested for transport, although a ground ambulance was utilized for the sake of time and the motorcyclist was transported to an area hospital. Traffic is backed up... Full story
The San Diego County Sheriff's Department has confirmed that Nicholas Robles has been found safe and was relocated with his family a few minutes ago. The ASTREA helicopter is broadcasting a message looking for a missing 9-year-old boy named Nicholas Robles. He was last seen at about 2:20 pm today, Friday, at Fallbrook Elementary School at 405 W. Fallbrook St. Nicholas is a Hispanic male, 5 feet tall, with brown hair, and brown eyes, wearing a black shirt, blue jeans, and... Full story
At 8:37 am this morning, Monday, North County Fire responded to the neighborhood around Elder Street between Shady Glen and Potter with the report of a gas leak. Apparently there was some construction and a line in the street was severed. The roads are closed, including Potter Street, Elder and Shady Glen. Residents in the surrounding neighborhood are being told to shelter in place.... Full story
The San Diego County Water Authority voted today, Thursday, to withdraw its legal action against the two customer water districts, Rainbow Municipal Water District and Fallbrook Public Utilities District, as well as the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO). This decision follows a board meeting where, after private discussions, the authority instructed its legal team to negotiate a settlement. The lawsuit, initiated in August, was part of the Water Authority's efforts to prevent these districts from separating from the... Full story
Sheriff's deputies visit with people on the Promenade to pass out information and try to help anyone who may be in need.... Full story
According to North County Fire Protection District PIO John Choi, the smoke being seen in Fallbrook and Bonsall is from two fires. One north of Fallbrook called the Highland Fire on Highland Rd and Aguanga Ranchos Rd. in Aguanga. It started at 12: 30 pm today, Monday, Oct. 30, 20223. The Highland Fire has burned 325 acres and is being reported at zero containment and is threatening 15 structures, according to CalFire. The other fire that was causing smoke in the... Full story
A residential fire displaced four people in the 8400 block of Nelson Way in Deer Springs. Cal Fire and San Diego County Fire District responded at about 2 am on Saturday morning Oct. 28, 2023. The Red Cross reported that four people were displaced.... Full story
There was a fire reported at the old El Jardin restaurant property, 1561 S. Mission at 5:02 pm tonight. North County firefighters arrived on the scene to find the vegetation on fire outside the building. Deputies stated that it was more than likely started from a transient. There have been challenges previously with the property and homeless people going in and out of the property. The fire was quickly extinguished and the call was closed by 5:22 pm.... Full story
9-25-23: Update and correction to this story: It has come to the attention of Village News that many of the residents were displaced, more than just two units, until the building was deemed safe to re-enter. Also, it has been reported, that the Red Cross possibly didn't provide hotel rooms for the displaced. A working residential fire was reported Wednesday at 6:54 pm at an apartment complex at 240 E. Fallbrook St. A witness reported that it was a gas line that caught fire... Full story
At 1:36 there was an accident reported. A motorcycle vs a pickup truck towing a trailer in front of 1205 S. Mission Rd. Injuries were unknown, but the motorcycle rider was seen sitting in the middle island. The road was closed for an hour or so, affecting traffic.... Full story
The engine compartment of a 1995 Dodge Dakota truck caught fire in the Northgate grocery store parking lot at 10:19 am this morning, sending smoke in the air that was visible for miles. North County Fire arrived on the scene and was able to extinguish it quickly. "The fire started in the engine compartment and also spread into the passenger space. Crews were able to get a handle on it quickly. The cars surrounding the truck were unaffected and no one was hurt, " according to... Full story
A water main line burst on Santa Margarita Dr. at 12:12 pm today, sending water flowing in all directions and lifting the asphalt on the street. FPUD crews are working to resolve it and asking cars to stay away from the area at this time.... Full story
A working residential fire was reported at 6:54 pm tonight, Wednesday, at an apartment complex at 240 E. Fallbrook St. A witness reported that it was a gas line that caught fire and NCFPD PIO John Choi confirmed that it was a gas line break with fire. The flames were 20 to 30 feet high and reached from the ground past the roof on the second story. The complex was evacuated while firefighters extinguished the flames. This area should be avoided. North County Fire, Camp... Full story
A truck ran into low-hanging wires this morning that were sagging across Sleeping Indian Rd. in the 4600 block. at about 9 am. According to the CHP and a man involved in the incident who had extensive damage to his vehicle, the wires were sagging so low, that a truck ran into them, pulling the pole into the street and shattering it. One other vehicle, a sedan, was following behind the truck and was damaged as well. There were no injuries. CHP, Sheriff, NCFPD, At&T,... Full story
A shattered large display window was reported in the 200 block of N. Main Ave. in downtown Fallbrook on Wednesday, Aug. 30. Deputies arrived and entered and cleared the building. There were no suspects in the store. A deputy in the rear questioned a known homeless man who claimed he had seen the window broken at 8 a.m. but knew nothing about it. It didn't appear that anyone had entered the empty building through the broken window. It is the second business display window that... Full story
There was a magnitude 3.6 earthquake this morning, Tuesday, at 1:05 a.m., centered off the coast 34 miles between San Clemente and Oceanside in the Gulf of Santa Catalina, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. It was reported to be about 10 miles deep. The quake was felt by local residents from Chula Vista to Long Beach. One resident who lives in an apartment complex in Oceanside felt it, as well as residents in Fallbrook, who said they felt like their chair started... Full story
At 3 pm today, Sunday, there was a two-car collision with a minor injury reported at the intersection of Old Hwy 395 and SR76. It was reported to be a grey sedan vs a white sedan. The accident was blocking the middle of the intersection. NCFPD PIO Choi said, "Two vehicle traffic collision. Both parties did not want to be transported, minor injuries." CHP and North County Fire were on the scene. At 5 pm at Old 395 and Canonita, there was a second crash. A single vehicle was... Full story
QUANTICO, VA - A Marine assigned as a student to the School of Infantry-West aboard Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton died while participating in a night live-fire training event, 17 August 2023. An investigation into the circumstances of the death is ongoing and the command is fully cooperating with the investigation efforts. SOI-W is providing support to the family and peers of the deceased during this difficult time. There is no additional information available at this... Full story
A head-on collision between two cars was reported near 4461 S. Mission near Reins Therapeutic Horsemanship facility tonight (Friday 08-18-23) at about 6:17 pm. The parties reporting the accident are saying possible severe injuries. It was reported to the CHP as a black Ford Mustang vs. a white Honda Accord. NCFPD and Sheriff are on the scene. Avoid the area if possible. More will be reported as information becomes available.... Full story
