Crime & Safety

2 Brush Fires Break Out In North County

BREAKING: The fires broke out Sunday morning in the areas of Rincon and Valley Center​, according to Cal Fire.

SAN DIEGO COUNTY, CA – Crews have stopped the forward progress of two small brush fires in North San Diego County.

The fires broke out Sunday morning in the areas of Rincon and Valley Center, according to Cal Fire. Both fires burned less than a quarter-acre before firefighters stopped forward progress of the flames.

San Diego County remains under a red flag warning through 8 p.m. Sunday. Fire officials warned residents that high winds will remain throughout the region, elevating fire danger.

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