Fire crews swiftly responded to a brush fire that broke out on Monday afternoon at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Miramar in San Diego, California.

The fire, which was first reported at approximately 2:20 p.m., scorched roughly 10 acres before its progress was slowed by fire suppression efforts.

The wildfire was located just south of MCAS Miramar, with plumes of smoke visible from nearby neighborhoods, including North Park, and from major roadways.

Early visuals captured red flames consuming brush in the affected area.

Firefighters from the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (SDFD), along with neighboring agencies, were quickly deployed to the scene.

Aerial firefighting units, including helicopters from SDFD and the San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, utilized nearby reservoirs to perform water drops, significantly aiding in containment efforts.

As of the latest updates, the fire is holding steady at approximately 10 acres with a slow rate of spread. Favorable wind conditions have prevented the fire from threatening any structures, and no evacuations have been ordered.

Residents and commuters in the surrounding areas reported seeing smoke but were assured by officials that the situation is under control.

Authorities continue to monitor the fire’s perimeter to ensure it does not rekindle.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation. Firefighters will remain on-site to conduct mop-up operations and ensure no hotspots remain.

Further updates will be provided as the situation develops. Community members are advised to stay alert for any official announcements from local authorities.