Wildfires prompt evacuations near San Diego

Wildfires prompt evacuations near San Diego amid relentless Santa Ana winds
For the latest updates on the LA and San Diego fires, follow USA TODAY's coverage for Wednesday, Jan. 22. SAN DIEGO — Multiple wildfires broke out in San Diego County on Tuesday, prompting evacuation orders,
Santa Ana winds lead to another round of power shutoffs around San Diego County
Since Jan. 8, one wave after another of fierce Santa Anas have blown through Southern California. Thus far, the San Diego area has escaped the devastation seen in the Los Angeles areas by wind-whipped blazes that leveled homes and forced evacuations.
Santa Ana winds fuel fires across San Diego, California
Strong winds fueled fires across Santa Ana in California. Dramatic footage shows a plume of smoke rising from a hillside, with strong winds swaying trees in the foreground on January 23. Reports indicated the large vegetation fire started Thursday afternoon on a hilltop near the US-Mexico border.
Critical Fire Threat Continues in San Diego County as Santa Ana Winds Intensify
A critical fire threat will continue across County as Santa Ana winds and dry conditions persist through early Friday, according to the National Weather Service.
San Diego wildfires break out forcing mandatory evacuations in the area
San Diego wildfires resulted in residents evacuating the area. Two fires occurred early Tuesday morning. Intense winds are causing dangerous fire conditions in communities. Wildfires in San Diego have led to mandatory evacuations in the area on Tuesday.
Santa Ana winds gust to 102 mph, delivering direct hit to San Diego County
Santa Ana winds finally delivered a big, direct hit on San Diego County Tuesday, gusting as high as 102 mph in the backcountry where a touch of long-overdue rain could arrive this weekend.
Santa Ana Winds to Persist in San Diego County Before Weekend Storm Brings Relief
An uptick in Santa Ana winds Wednesday afternoon through Thursday, combined with critically dry vegetation and low humidity, will result in elevated to locally critical fire weather conditions in County through late Thursday.
10News Wake Up Call: Another round of Santa Ana winds; new fire in heart of LA
Dangerous conditions continue to develop in San Diego County, with red flag warnings and strong winds increasing the wildfire threat. The National Weather Service issued red flag warnings until 8 p.m. Thursday for inland valleys and mountain areas, with winds expected to reach 30 to 45 mph with gusts of 60 to 75 mph.
Breaking: New wildfire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 24
Jan. 24 A new wildfire was reported today at 6:52 a.m. in San Diego County. The wildfire has been burning on private land. Currently, there are no details on the containment or cause of the fire.
CA: Firefighters extinguish wildfires in San Diego - 59019597
Firefighters respond to the Center Fire which broke out in San Diego, CA, on January 22, 2025. Firefighters on the ground and in the air work to extinguish wildfires in San, Diego California. (Video b
Red Flag Warning returns to San Diego County, prompting Public Safety Power Shutoffs, school closures
The National Weather Service has extended a Red Flag Warning until Friday morning for San Diego County's inland valleys and ...
San Diego blazes erupt; progress made on raging Hughes Fire: Wildfire updates
Over 1,100 firefighters were “strategically pre-positioned” across Southern California to address "ongoing critical fire ...