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Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Crews battle fire burning in Pala, evacuations underway in northern San Diego County
Firefighters are battling a brush fire that erupted in steep hillside terrain in Pala Friday evening, prompting evacuations in northern San Diego County, authorities said. The blaze, dubbed the Henderson fire, broke out near Henderson Road and Pala Mission Road about 5:45 p.m. and charred 183 acres in two hours, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Evacuation orders have been issued for surrounding hillside communities where many members of the Pala Band of Mission Indians live, according to Cal Fire. Evacuation warnings are also in effect for areas of Riverside County just north of the San Diego County line. A temporary evacuation location was set up in the Pala Casino parking lot. "It's burning in a grass and brush area that starts going into rolling hills and very mountainous terrain," Cal Fire Capt. Thomas Shoots told the San Diego Union Tribune. 'Fire runs much faster uphill, and the goal is to keep it out of the hillsides." Shoots told the outlet the initial response to the blaze included aircraft and more than 100 firefighters. The blaze was 5% contained as of 8:45 p.m. with the majority of activity coming from the eastern flank, according to Cal Fire. Road closures are in effect along Henderson Road, Pala Mission Road, State Route 76 and Magee Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. Saturday's weather could pose challenges to crews' efforts to contain the blaze. The National Weather Service is forecasting a high of 91 degrees and wind gusts up to 25 mph in the area. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Yahoo
4 days ago
- Climate
- Yahoo
Crews battle fire burning in Pala, evacuations underway in northern San Diego County
Firefighters are battling a brush fire that erupted in steep hillside terrain in Pala Friday evening, prompting evacuations in northern San Diego County, authorities said. The blaze, dubbed the Henderson fire, broke out near Henderson Road and Pala Mission Road about 5:45 p.m. and charred 183 acres in two hours, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Evacuation orders have been issued for surrounding hillside communities where many members of the Pala Band of Mission Indians live, according to Cal Fire. Evacuation warnings are also in effect for areas of Riverside County just north of the San Diego County line. A temporary evacuation location was set up in the Pala Casino parking lot. "It's burning in a grass and brush area that starts going into rolling hills and very mountainous terrain," Cal Fire Capt. Thomas Shoots told the San Diego Union Tribune. 'Fire runs much faster uphill, and the goal is to keep it out of the hillsides." Shoots told the outlet the initial response to the blaze included aircraft and more than 100 firefighters. The blaze was 5% contained as of 8:45 p.m. with the majority of activity coming from the eastern flank, according to Cal Fire. Road closures are in effect along Henderson Road, Pala Mission Road, State Route 76 and Magee Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. Saturday's weather could pose challenges to crews' efforts to contain the blaze. The National Weather Service is forecasting a high of 91 degrees and wind gusts up to 25 mph in the area. Sign up for Essential California for news, features and recommendations from the L.A. Times and beyond in your inbox six days a week. This story originally appeared in Los Angeles Times.
Los Angeles Times
4 days ago
- Climate
- Los Angeles Times
Crews battle fire burning in Pala, evacuations underway in northern San Diego County
Firefighters are battling a brush fire that erupted in steep hillside terrain in Pala Friday evening, prompting evacuations in northern San Diego County, authorities said. The blaze, dubbed the Henderson fire, broke out near Henderson Road and Pala Mission Road about 5:45 p.m. and charred 183 acres in two hours, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Evacuation orders have been issued for surrounding hillside communities where many members of the Pala Band of Mission Indians live, according to Cal Fire. Evacuation warnings are also in effect for areas of Riverside County just north of the San Diego County line. A temporary evacuation location was set up in the Pala Casino parking lot. 'It's burning in a grass and brush area that starts going into rolling hills and very mountainous terrain,' Cal Fire Capt. Thomas Shoots told the San Diego Union Tribune. 'Fire runs much faster uphill, and the goal is to keep it out of the hillsides.' Shoots told the outlet the initial response to the blaze included aircraft and more than 100 firefighters. The blaze was 5% contained as of 8:45 p.m. with the majority of activity coming from the eastern flank, according to Cal Fire. Road closures are in effect along Henderson Road, Pala Mission Road, State Route 76 and Magee Road, according to the California Highway Patrol. Saturday's weather could pose challenges to crews' efforts to contain the blaze. The National Weather Service is forecasting a high of 91 degrees and wind gusts up to 25 mph in the area.
Trade Arabia
13-02-2025
- Sport
- Trade Arabia
Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship to kick off on Feb 1
The second edition of the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship will open on February 1 featuring over 400 participants from 37 countries. This event, being held under the patronage of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah, offers a total prize pool of $400,000. It will take place in Dibba, Fujairah, and will run until February 8. Referees from various countries, including the UK, US and Europe will officiate at the event. The championship schedule includes preliminary competitions and training sessions from February 1 to 4, side events from February 1 to 7, and the main championship from February 5 to 8. The opening ceremony will take place on February 4, while the winners of the main championship will be honoured on February 8, the closing day of the championship. It aims to attract a diverse audience from across the region. The main championship will consist of 24 stands, each equipped with six machines, presenting 10 targets, including singles and doubles. Over four days, participants will face a total of 240 targets, with 60 targets to be covered each day, and competitors will be organised into six-man squads. Furthermore, this edition will feature side events, including 50 Target English Sporting from February 1 to 4, 50 Bird Re-Entry English Sporting from February 5 to 7, and Pool Shoots from February 1 to 7. This year, the organisers are introducing a new side event for visitors from the UAE at the FMSC, allowing non-professional shooters to test their shooting skills. This opportunity will be available from February 1 to 7 at a designated shooting arena and overseen by professional instructors. Saif Al Zahmi, Director, FMSC, said: 'We are all set for another exhilarating edition of the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship under the visionary leadership of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Crown Prince of Fujairah. This year, we also mark the participation of over 400 clay shooting professionals and shooting enthusiasts from 37 countries. With every edition, our aim is to strengthen the championship's position in clay shooting competitions worldwide. Additionally, one of our side events, which will cater to non-professional shooters, is being launched to create more opportunities for people to test their skills in clay shooting.' The second edition of the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship is being organised in collaboration with the National Sporting Clays Association, Clay Pigeon Shooting Association and Fujairah Shooting Club. For the second time in a row, the championship will utilise 100% natural ammunition, featuring biodegradable wads and eco-friendly Vivaz clay targets suitable for various age groups, all to minimise environmental impact. Furthermore, the Fujairah Mountain Shooting Championship is also partnering with Eley Hawk for a second consecutive year to supply eco-friendly lead ammunition for participants. Additionally, Promatic is the exclusive trap partner and supplier for the championship's clay target machinery. This commitment to sustainability aligns with FMSC's goal of making the championship more environmentally friendly.
