Wednesday, 22 Jan 2025

California fires: Friars Fire breaks out near Fashion Valley Mall in San Diego

A mandatory evacuation order was issued Tuesday afternoon after a new brush fire, named the "Friars Fire," broke out near Fashion Valley Mall in San Diego.


California fires: Friars Fire breaks out near Fashion Valley Mall in San Diego
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Zone 1894-A, which covers 124 acres, is under mandatory evacuation, according to city data. 

In the evacuation order, officials noted there was an "immediate threat to life."

All residents are asked to leave immediately. 

The cause of the fire remains under investigation, according to Cal Fire.

"If you are en route for appointment or class, please avoid the area," SDCOE wrote in a statement on X. "We will share updates as the situation unfolds."

The daytime population is 920 and there are more than 350 structures in the area, according to officials.

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