FIRE BURNING IN SYCAMORE CANYON ON MARINE CORPS PROPERTY

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Photo, right by Scott Lagace:  Sheriff's helicopter scoops water from Santee Lakes during Sycamore Fire

 

July 12, 2023 (San Diego) – The #Sycamore Fire has burned three acres and has potential for 30, according to scanner traffic as of 5:55 p.m. The fire in Sycamore Canyon is between Santee Lakes and Rancho Encantada, on the Marine Corps Air Station property.

The fire is burning in light vegetation.  Firefighters are making good progress and air tankers have been dropping retardant, however powerlines are hindering aircraft.

It started at Stonebridge Parkway and Sycamore Trail Road late this afternoon, per Pulsepoint.

 


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