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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CAMP PENDLETON - Brig. Gen. John W. Bullard, the Marine Corps Installations West commanding general, with the Commandant of the Marine Corps Gen. James F. Amos, who arrived at noon today, were briefed on the three major fires on base known as the Basilone Complex. The Commandant gave his personal thanks and congratulations to Marines and firefighters involved in the firefighting operations. The Commandant and the Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Micheal P. Barrett commended Marines from 3rd Marine Aircraft Wing and 1st...
Oceanside fire officials announced today they had put down three fires over the past few days, two of which caused about $250,000 in damage to a downtown hotel and a mobile home. The fire at an unoccupied mobile home at 900 North Cleveland Street broke out early Friday and crews had it under control in less than a half-hour, according to Oceanside Fire Battalion Chief Felipe Rodriguez. The structure, which along with its contents was valued at $150,000, was considered a total loss, he said. Around 8:30 a.m. Thursday,... Full story
Fire officials today sought to deter onlookers from entering areas burned by a wildfire that destroyed or damaged dozens of homes and businesses in Carlsbad and possibly killed a transient. The so-called Poinsettia Fire has charred about 600 acres since it began Wednesday. City officials said they had received reports that people had been entering the area to take pictures or just explore. "Although the city understands why people would be curious, these areas could be dangerous, and people should stay away from all...
Fire crews today fully contained a 600-acre wildfire in Carlsbad that destroyed or damaged dozens of homes and businesses and possibly killed a transient this week. The so-called Poinsettia Fire broke out for unknown reasons near Poinsettia Lane and Alicante Road about 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, according to Cal Fire. Thousands of residents were evacuated as the blaze grew, but all were allowed to return home by Thursday night. While checking for hot spots in a location known to have been used as a transient encampment in the...
The the Harmony Grove Spiritual Association, a century-old church retreat, lost 25 of its structures to the so-called Cocos Fire which burned in San Marcos and a nearby unincorporated area for a third consecutive day, county officials said today. The 13-acre facility with 30 residences in addition to guest cabins remained evacuated Saturday as fire crews worked to extinguish smoldering embers, secure power lines and conduct safety assessments, according to the association's Facebook page. It could take up to a week for reside... Full story
Commencement is scheduled this afternoon for the 50th graduating class at San Diego Mesa College. Nearly 1,400 students are set to receive academic degrees and certificates, of whom 49 achieved a 4.0 grade-point average, according to the school. Former Marine Sgt. Thomas Bloom, who will receive associate's degrees in mathematics, physics, and liberal arts and sciences, will be the student speaker. Bloom has been active in student affairs and is co-founder of the campus resource center for veterans. Sarah Farmer, a Poway... Full story
(UPDATE Fri., May 23, 8 a.m.) Cal Fire has reported that the Cocos Fire is now 100% contained at 1,995 acres. Last cost estimate over $6.2 million. (UPDATE, Tues., May 20, 9 a.m.) Authorities have just reported that the Cocos Fire in San Marcos is now 93% contained and the cost is estimated currently at $6,208,443. (UPDATE, Mon. May 19, 8:15 a.m.) Officials have just reported that the Cocos Fire in San Marcos is now 89% contained and the cost is currently estimated at over $5.7 million. (PREVIOUS STORY) An evacuation order...
