A brush fire, dubbed the Friars Fire, broke out in the 9000 Block of Friars Road, Mission Valley, San Diego, California on Saturday. The fire has spread to 1 acre and has a moderate rate of spread in medium fuels.
Law enforcement has shut down Friars Road on both sides while the fire is being brought under control. Additional engines and aircraft have been requested to combat the blaze.
Councilmember Raul Campillo shared an update on the situation, stating that the fire is being attacked by several crews with two helicopters assisting in the air. No structures are currently threatened.
A cause for the fire is not currently known, and authorities are yet to officially comment on the matter.
