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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

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.