Fire burns dozens of homes, hundreds of acres
Residents are beginning to return to their homes in Alpine after the West Fire tore through the area, scorching hundreds of acres and destroying dozens of homes.
Posted — UpdatedIn total, the blaze burned 505 acres and destroyed 34 homes and 22 other buildings, including a commercial structure.
As of Monday afternoon, the fire was 92 percent contained. The blaze was first reported around 11:30 a.m. Friday off Interstate 8 and West Willows Road.
The flames quickly spread to the Alpine Community. Two firefighters were also injured in the blaze. The first suffered slight burns to the face while the second suffered heat-related injuries.
The West Fire wasn't like most fires that have torn through San Diego and was scattered between homes and over hills, said Cal Fire Capt. Kendal Bortisser.
Crews remained on scene over the weekend as triple-digit heat plagued the area.
Cal Fire said late Sunday evening that they would remain on scene and continue to update the public until the fire has reached 100 percent containment.
The cause of the West Fire is under investigation.
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