Monday, April 6, 2026
Source: Patch
Fire crews halted forward progress on a brush fire in Santee late Sunday, according to Patch.
Authorities advised the public to avoid the area while crews worked. Patch reported the incident as a public-safety response involving local fire resources.
Santee residents who see smoke or fire activity should follow official alerts and avoid blocked-off areas so crews can access the scene.
Source: Patch (https://patch.com/california/santee/brush-fire-prompts-evacuations-santee)
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