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Mateo Fire Burns 990 Acres, Spreads to Cleveland National Forest

16 June 2026 16:16

The Mateo Fire, which started on Camp Pendleton, has grown to 990 acres and spread into the Cleveland National Forest. Firefighters are working to contain the blaze.

- The fire began Monday afternoon near San Mateo Creek on Camp Pendleton. - It is 10% contained as of Tuesday morning, with moderate overnight growth.

- No structures or communities are currently threatened. - Officials urge caution as dry conditions increase wildfire risk.

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