The Border 2 Fire, which ignited on January 23 in San Diego County, has consumed 6,625 acres as of January 25. More than 2,150 firefighters are engaged in firefighting efforts, including 157 engines and multiple helicopters. Containment efforts have been hampered by the fire’s active spread, with only 10% contained as of Saturday evening. The weather forecast includes rain, which is expected to assist fire suppression efforts by mitigating active fire conditions and allowing crews to establish stronger containment lines. The fire’s cause remains under investigation, and evacuation orders are in place for threatened areas.
Cal Fire reported that numerous firefighting aircraft from across the State are engaged in suppression missions as conditions permit, emphasizing the strategic aerial response to assist ground crews.
Rain is forecasted to alleviate fire activity, aiding teams in fortifying containment lines and improving overall containment efforts.
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