Brush Fire Erupts in Campo, Prompting Evacuations and Threatening Structures
A brush fire, dubbed the Church 2 Fire, has broken out in Campo, California, prompting evacuations and posing a threat to structures. The fire grew rapidly to 132 acres amid extreme heat and low humidity, with firefighting efforts ongoing. Evacuation…
San Diego, CA, August 17, 2026 —
A brush fire, identified as the Church 2 Fire, ignited in Campo, California, leading to evacuations and raising concerns about structural safety. The blaze expanded swiftly, reaching 132 acres amidst conditions of extreme heat and low humidity, which are challenging ongoing firefighting operations.
Authorities have issued evacuation orders and warnings for multiple zones in the affected area. A temporary evacuation center has been set up to provide shelter for those displaced by the fire. Significant road closures are currently in place to facilitate emergency response and ensure public safety.
Residents in surrounding areas have been advised of a smoke advisory due to the fire. The cause of the Church 2 Fire has not been publicly disclosed. Firefighting crews are actively working to contain the blaze, but further information on the status of containment efforts and the full extent of the threat to structures was not immediately available.
Story summarized from the original created by Jennifer Vigil • Times of San Diego on timesofsandiego.com, see more information here.
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