Photo:  View from Lyons Peak, Jamul, looking south

Update 4 p.m.-- Forward spread of the #Border66Fire has been stopped at 300 acres, per Cal Fire.

July 30, 2024 (Tecate) - The #Border66Fire that started 2.5 miles west of Highway 188, Tecate this afternoon is now 296 acres and has crossed the international border, Cal Fire reports.

The fire has a moderate rate of spread and zero containment thus far. There is potential for extended attack and multiple air tankers have been requestesd.