Lake Wolford Road Vegetation and Vehicle Fire in Valley Center, San Diego County

Summary: A vegetation fire, reportedly started by a vehicle fire, broke out near 25895 North Lake Wolford Road in Valley Center, San Diego County, California. Multiple fire units, including engines, battalions, hand crews, helicopters, and water tenders, responded to the incident. The fire initially involved a pickup truck well involved in light, flashy fuels and quickly spread to approximately one acre, with potential to grow to five acres and threaten nearby structures to the south. The incident was managed under the name 'Lake IC.' Air and ground resources coordinated suppression efforts, and the forward progress of the fire was eventually stopped. Some units were canceled as the incident was brought under control. The event was covered by the Fallbrook Amateur Club Repeaters and CAL FIRE amateur radio feed.