India, Oct. 16 -- The Henderson Fire near Camp Pendleton in San Diego County, California, has grown to an estimated 100 to 150 acres, with structures threatened and evacuations ordered. The fire is burning near the base's 43 Area, close to the intersection of Basilone Road and Las Pulgas Road. A power outage has also been reported in the Las Pulgas area.

According to Watch Duty, the fire was active early on October 16, 2026, and was spreading under windy conditions. Air Attack reported that the blaze could potentially grow to 500 acres.

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The Camp Pendleton Fire Department is responding to the blaze. Camp Pendleton said evacuations had been ordered because of the threat to infrastructure on the base. Smoke may also be...