Camp Pendleton wildfire prompts home evacuations in Oceanside
New York Post • • nation
Key Points:
- A fast-moving brush fire near the November Training Area at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton has burned over 500 acres, prompting evacuation warnings for nearby neighborhoods and parts of Oceanside.
- The fire threatens critical infrastructure, leading to evacuations of the Oceanside Municipal Golf Course and several designated zones, with officials urging those needing extra time, pets, or livestock to evacuate immediately.
- Firefighters are combating the blaze with ground crews and airtankers, while authorities continue to monitor the situation closely and provide updates through official channels.
- Rep. Mike Levin’s office is coordinating with local officials to track the fire’s progress and keep the public informed as evacuation warnings were issued and later lifted by late Wednesday afternoon.
- The cause of the fire remains under investigation, and El Camino High School has been established as an evacuation center for displaced residents.