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Brush Fire Near 163 Freeway in Mission Valley Area Prompts Delays, Evacuations


A view from above of the Friars Fire in Mission Valley, almost obscured by smoke. Photo by Brooke Binkowski
A view from above of the Friars Fire in Mission Valley, almost obscured by smoke. Photo by Brooke Binkowski

A brush fire climbing a hillside west of the 163 freeway near the 8 has prompted evacuation alerts as it threatens structures.

The fire, which is near Friars Rd. and Avenida de las Tiendas, has forced a closure of a portion of Friars Rd. and is threatening structures.

The fire is reportedly approaching two acres with a moderate rate of spread and heavy smoke. Fire crews are on the scene.

This story will be updated.



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