Brush Fire Reported in Chula Vista

Fire burned near new development area

Firefighters in Chula Vista knocked down a 2-acre fire Tuesday evening. 

The brush fire sparked up in an empty lot at about 7:30 p.m. Tuesday at Discovery Falls Dr. and Crossroads St., according to officials with the Chula Vista Fire Department.

No homes were threatened, but the fire did burn close to a new development area.

By about 8 p.m., the fire was knocked down, and crews were beginning mop-up efforts. Crews from the San Diego Fire Rescue Department assisted Chula Vista firefighters in their efforts.

No injuries were reported and the cause of the fire is not yet known.

Follow NBC7 for the latest news, weather, and events: iPad App | iPhone App | Android App | Facebook | Twitter | Google+ | Instagram | RSS | Text Alerts | Email Alerts

Contact Us