Escondido Fire Engulfs SDG&E Battery Storage Facility, Evacuations Ordered
Current Situation of the Escondido Fire
ESCONDIDO, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) — The Escondido fire at the SDG&E battery storage facility located at 571 Enterprise St. began shortly after 12 p.m. local time. Fire crews swiftly responded, with a 1st alarm fire response activated, bringing together the SDG&E fire brigade, county emergency response teams, and Escondido hazmat crews to combat the blaze.
Evacuation Orders and Safety Measures
As of now, the Escondido fire remains active, with efforts ongoing to extinguish the flames. A mandatory evacuation order has been issued for residents in the vicinity, covering the area east of Alpine Street, south of Mission Road, west of Enterprise Street, and north of Auto Park Way. Notifications were shared via the city’s social media platforms to keep residents informed.
Investigation and Updates
Details regarding the cause of the fire at the battery storage facility are still unknown and under investigation. As this is a developing story, stay tuned for more updates on the situation.
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