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Brush Fire Burns 193 Acres in Pine Valley

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Fire in Pine Valley: Quick Facts

  • Location: Pine Valley near Noble Canyon
  • Size: 193 Acres
  • Spread: 27% contained

Firefighters were responding Monday to a 193-acre fire, dubbed the Valley Fire, burning in heavy brush in Pine Valley, according to Cleveland National Forest officials.

Seven aircraft and about 150 personnel were assisting with suppressing the fire burning in a remote area near Noble Canyon. Personnel were also investigating the fire.

As of Tuesday night, the blaze grew to 193 acres and was 27% contained, according to Cleveland National Forest. Firefighters have since stopped the forward rate of speed.

A smoke advisory has been issued for the Pine Valley community, according to the San Diego County Air Pollution Control District.

Since the fire is burning about 2 miles northeast of the Pine Valley community, smoke in the area could settle into the Pine Valley community overnight, the District said. If you smell smoke, limit physical/outdoor activity. If possible, stay indoors to limit exposure to fine particulate matter, especially if you have a respiratory or heart disease, and for the elderly and children.

Seven aircraft and about 150 personnel were assisting with suppressing the fire burning in a remote area near Noble Canyon.

The fire started around 11:45 a.m. Monday and was moving at a moderate rate of spread in an area with steep terrain, according to the CNF.

Pine Creek Road is temporarily closed while firefighters work to put out the fire. No evacuations are in place and no structures are threated at this time, the CNF wrote on Twitter.

SkyRanger7 showed deep orange flames and thick smoke rising above the hilly mountainside. A firefighting helicopter was dwarfed in comparison as it made water drops on the blaze.

Cal Fire San Diego ground and air resources were assisting with firefighting efforts. Cal Fire spokesperson Thomas Shoots said the fire was burning away from structures.

This is a developing story. We will update as soon as new details become available.

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