Thu Jan 23 22:40:00 UTC 2025: ## Year-Round Wildfire Threat Keeps California Firefighters on High Alert; Multiple San Diego Blazes This Week
**San Diego, CA (January 21, 2025)** – California firefighters are grappling with a year-round wildfire threat, with the dry fall and winter months posing a particularly significant risk due to Santa Ana winds. This week alone, San Diego County has seen a surge in wildfire activity, highlighting the persistent danger.
Several significant brush fires have broken out across the county. Among them is the Center Fire (also known as the Bernardo Fire), which ignited Wednesday morning near Bernardo Center Drive and Camino del Norte in Rancho Bernardo. San Diego Fire-Rescue and Poway Fire are currently battling the blaze.
Other incidents this week include a 15-20 acre fire near Fashion Valley Mall in Mission Valley on Tuesday, resulting in damage to at least one apartment. A larger fire in Bonsall, near Old Hwy 395 and Lilac Road, scorched 85 acres before being 90% contained. Another fire near Old Hwy 395 and Canonita Drive in Fallbrook reached 17 acres. Finally, a brush fire along Pomerado Road on Monday quickly spread to 3 acres before being extinguished, posing a threat to nearby homes.
The causes of all these fires are currently under investigation. Cal Fire is actively monitoring and responding to these incidents, underscoring the ongoing need for vigilance and preparedness against wildfires throughout the year.
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