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Brush fire breaks out at Marine Corps Air Station Miramar in San Diego
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 Sheriffโs 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.
An adult male pedestrian was fatally struck by a vehicle early Saturday morning in north St. Louis County, according to authorities.
The St. Louis County Police Department, North County Precinct, reported that officers responded to a call for a motor vehicle crash at approximately 1:26 a.m. on Saturday, January 17, 2026, in the 9000 block of Lucas and Hunt Road.
Upon arrival, officers located an adult male who had been struck by at least one vehicle while in the roadway.
The victim was pronounced deceased at the scene. His identity has not yet been released, pending notification of next of kin.
Police stated that the driver involved remained on scene and is cooperating fully with the investigation.
A preliminary investigation indicates that the pedestrian was in the roadway at the time of the collision.
The incident remains under active investigation, and additional information will be released as it becomes available.
Anyone with information related to this crash is urged to contact the St. Louis County Police Department at 636-529-8210.
Those wishing to remain anonymous or be eligible for a possible reward may contact CrimeStoppers at 1-866-371-TIPS (8477).