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Brush Fire on Camp Pendleton Scorches Nearly 1,000 Acres, Spreads to Cleveland National Forest

16 June 2026 14:10

A brush fire on Camp Pendleton has burned nearly 1,000 acres and spread into the Cleveland National Forest. The Mateo fire was 10% contained Tuesday morning.

- Fire started Monday in the Quebec training area near San Mateo Creek. - No structures are threatened; the fire is in a remote area.

- Eight hotshot crews and two helicopters are battling the blaze. - Difficult terrain is hampering control efforts.

Officials urge caution as Southern California weather heats up.

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