November Fire

Fire Start, Size and Growth

Start Date/Time/Location: The November Fire ignited around 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, in the November Training Area near Wire Mountain Housing on the federal lands of Camp Pendleton in San Diego County, California.
Size and Containment: As of Friday, June 12, 2026, the fire has burned approximately 560 acres and is 50% contained. Forward progress of the fire was successfully halted by 3:30 p.m. on June 10.
Fuels, Growth and Rate of Spread: The fire has been burning primarily in light to medium fuels. It initially exhibited a moderate to dangerous rate of spread with active fire behavior and spot fires, quickly growing to 150 acres by 12:30 p.m. and reaching its current mapped size of 560 acres by 2:30 p.m. on Wednesday.
Containment Efforts: A unified response involved the Camp Pendleton Fire Department, the Oceanside Fire Department, and CAL FIRE. Firefighters aggressively attacked the blaze with ground engines, bulldozers, and a total of 14 aircraft, including fixed-wing planes and helicopters. Water was sourced locally from the Oceanside Golf Course, while fire retardant was reloaded at airfields in Hemet and San Bernardino. CAL FIRE was released from the incident overnight on June 10, while Camp Pendleton fire crews remain on the scene to monitor conditions and reinforce control lines.

Emergency Information

Evacuations and Sheltering:
Mandatory Evacuation Orders: An immediate evacuation order was initially issued for the Marine Memorial Golf Course (Oceanside Municipal Golf Course) area. Note: All evacuation orders were lifted at 5:00 p.m. on June 10.
Evacuation Warnings: Evacuation warnings were temporarily issued for nearby areas of Oceanside, including zones SDC-0317, SDC-0372, SDC-0427, and SDC-0429. Note: All evacuation warnings have since been lifted.
Evacuation Shelters and Information: A Temporary Evacuation Point was established at El Camino High School, located at 400 Rancho Del Oro Dr, Oceanside, CA 92057.
Estimated Number of People Impacted: Official estimates on the exact number of people impacted by the temporary evacuations are not available at this time.

Road and Infrastructure Closures:

• Road Closures: No major state highway closures have been reported. However, local traffic near the southern part of Camp Pendleton was temporarily impacted during the height of the fire.
• Infrastructure: Critical infrastructure was initially threatened by spot fires, but no closures remain in effect.

For more information, visit:

• CAL FIRE Incidents Overview
• San Diego County Emergency Site
• Camp Pendleton Official Website

Current Impact

Impacts:
Injuries and Fatalities: There are no reports of injuries or fatalities associated with the November Fire.
Structures Impacted: While structures and critical infrastructure were initially threatened by the fast-moving flames, there are no reports of any damage or destroyed structures.
School and Business Closures: The Marine Memorial Golf Course was temporarily closed and evacuated during the initial outbreak.
Notable Impacts: Heavy smoke drifted over the Santa Ana Mountains, leaving a visible haze in communities across San Diego, Orange, and Riverside counties, including Fallbrook, Temecula, and Wildomar.

Safety Concerns:
Power Outages: No major power outages or Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) have been reported in relation to this incident.
Water Safety: No specific water safety concerns have been reported, but residents should continue to monitor local advisories.
Burn Bans: Standard regional fire restrictions remain in effect due to the dry climate.
Air Quality: Health officials issued warnings to nearby residents as smoke caused unhealthful conditions. An air quality advisory was initially issued for Camp Pendleton and the communities of Oceanside, Bonsall, and Fallbrook due to onshore winds pushing smoke east and northeast. The advisory was canceled by Wednesday evening as conditions improved.

Ongoing Outlook

Containment Projections: The fire is currently 50% contained. Because forward progress has been stopped, the immediate threat to the surrounding communities has significantly decreased. However, base officials declared it an "extended attack fire," meaning crews will take some time to achieve full containment as they mop up hot spots and monitor the perimeter.
Weather and Wind Warnings: Onshore winds initially exacerbated the spread of smoke, but moderate temperatures and higher humidity levels have since assisted firefighters in their containment efforts. There are currently no Red Flag Warnings in effect for the immediate fire area.

Cause and the Role of Weather and Climate

Cause: The cause of the November Fire remains under investigation by authorities.
Weather and Climate: Although immediate weather conditions featured moderate temperatures, California's underlying dry climate and the presence of highly receptive light-to-medium brush fueled the fire's rapid initial growth. Onshore winds also played a role in pushing the fire and smoke toward the east and northeast before crews could halt its progress.

For more information, visit:

• CAL FIRE Incidents Overview
• San Diego County Emergency Site
• Camp Pendleton Official Website