Friars fire near San Diego mall forces evacuations

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.
Friars fire near San Diego mall forces evacuations as California's wildfire nightmare continues
In San Diego County, the Friars Fire erupted on Tuesday near a shopping mall, prompting immediate evacuation orders as the flames quickly spread.
Wildfires prompt evacuations near San Diego amid relentless Santa Ana winds
As wildfires continued to burn in Los Angeles, three fires broke out in San Diego County, prompting evacuation orders and warnings.
Breaking: Friars Fire reported in San Diego County on Jan. 21
Initial location: Friars Road and Via De La Moda, San Diego, San Diego County, Calif. A new wildfire was reported today at 12:32 p.m. in San Diego County. At this time, details about the containment of the fire are unknown. Immediate threat to life. This is a lawful order to LEAVE NOW. The area is lawfully closed to public access.
San Diego 'Friars Fire' fully contained after burning near Fashion Valley mall
RELATED COVERAGE: Firefighters are battling the Ted Williams Fire that broke out near Poway. The fire is currently two acres and is threatening structures, according to Cal Fire. The San Diego County Sheriff's Department has issued Evacuation Warnings for nearby areas.
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Fashion Valley in San Diego, California, US Video Recording Date/Time1, 2025 Multiple wildfires broke out in San Diego County early Tuesday, January 21, as powerful Santa Ana wind gusts created dangerous fire conditions.
Wind-whipped fires keep San Diego region on edge, with more Santa Anas on the way
Scores of residents were urged to flee as fast-moving fires hurtled through bone-dry brush in Bonsall and Mission Valley ...
Friars Fire near Fashion Valley burns 15+ acres, evacuations lifted
Fire crews will remain in the area through the evening to mop up any hot spots as evacuation orders were lifted at 4 p.m.
Brush fire burns near Fashion Valley Mall; evacuation orders lifted
A brush fire near Fashion Valley Mall raced up the hillside towards homes, damaging one building. NBC 7’s Shandel Menezes ...
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UPDATE: Crews stop forward progress of brush fire on Friars Road in Mission Valley
SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — A vegetation fire ignited in the area of Friars Road in Mission Valley Tuesday afternoon, prompting evacuations nearby. According to the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department's website, ...
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Firefighters in LA, San Diego tamp down blazes as officials prepare for rain
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