Public Safety

Firefighters Make Progress On 2,500-Acre 'Banner Fire' Near Julian

May 25 |

By CITY NEWS SERVICE

A fast-moving wildfire that scorched 2,500 acres near Julian and prompted the evacuation of 100 residents was 20 percent contained on Friday morning, according to Cal Fire Battalion Chief Nick Schuler.

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