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Henderson Fire in Pala Surpasses 200 Acres as Containment Remains at 5%

High temperatures forecast to reach 91 degrees with gusts up to 25 mph risk further fire growth

Stock photograph showing fire personnel responding to the Palisades Fire in Pacific Palisades, California on January 7, 2025.
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Henderson wildfire is burning in California.
Fire trucks can be seen next to a brushfire burning in Pala on Friday, May 30, 2025. (Hayne Palmour IV / For The San Diego Union-Tribune)

Overview

  • The blaze erupted around 5:45 p.m. Friday near Henderson Road and Pala Mission Road, racing uphill through brush to consume 183 acres in its first two hours.
  • By Saturday morning the Henderson Fire had charred approximately 200 acres and remained only 5 percent contained, Cal Fire reports.
  • More than 160 firefighters from multiple agencies supported by engines, tankers, air tankers and helicopters are battling the fire in steep, remote hills.
  • Mandatory evacuation orders cover nearby hillside communities including Pala Band of Mission Indians lands and a temporary shelter is operating at the Pala Casino parking lot, with closures on Henderson Road, Pala Mission Road, State Route 76 and Magee Road.
  • Forecast highs of 91 degrees and wind gusts up to 25 mph threaten to drive new fire growth and complicate containment efforts.