Multiple wildfires ignited across California on Thursday, October 16, 2026, as the state prepared for strong winds and high temperatures that could contribute to rapid fire growth over the coming days. The largest blaze, known as the Henderson fire, started in Camp Pendleton, a Marine Corps training base in San Diego, and has quickly spread to consume more than 1,000 acres. Evacuations have been ordered, and officials temporarily closed a section of Interstate 5, a major highway in the area.
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Evacuations Issued as Wildfires Ignite in California
On October 16, 2026, multiple wildfires broke out in California, with the largest being the Henderson fire near Camp Pendleton, which has burned over 1,000 acres. Evacuations have been issued, and part of Interstate 5 has been closed due to the fires and expected strong winds and high temperatures.
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