Crews make progress against Posta 3 Fire in Campo; evacuations still in effect

UPDATE: (Oct. 8): The so-called Posta 3 Fire in the Campo area has burned at least 350 acres and was 25% contained as of early Tuesday morning, according to Cal Fire San Diego officials.

In a morning media briefing, Cal Fire officials said crews have been able to hold the fire to 350 acres burned.

More than 30 crews will be on hand working on increasing containment and assessing any possible structure damage.

Evacuation orders and warnings due to the fire remained in effect Tuesday morning. A temporary evacuation center was established at the Golden Acorn Casino (1800 Golden Acorn Way) in Campo.

Detailed evacuation map can be accessed via this link provided by the San Diego County Sheriff's Office: https://protect.genasys.com/hazards/1899163d-428a-4120-98f3-f147f8098a86?z=14&latlon=32.723511000000016%2C-116.426985.

The following roads were shut down as crews continued to battle the blaze:

• Old Highway 80 from Kitchen Creek Road to Crestwood Road
• State Route 94 from La Posta Road to Old Highway 80

Officials noted two people sustained injuries but both were not hospitalized.

The cause of the fire is still under investigation.

CAMPO (KGTV) — A wildfire, known as the Posta 3 Fire, is burning near La Posta Road and Old Highway 80 in Campo. As of 5:18 p.m., Cal Fire officials said it has grown to 281 acres and is spreading rapidly.

Evacuation orders are in place for residents in the red shaded area. Officials urge residents to leave now due to the imminent threat.

San Diego Sheriff's Department

Multiple evacuation warnings and orders are in place as firefighters work to contain the blaze. San Diego Sheriff's deputies, Cal Fire personnel, and CHP officers are on scene assisting with evacuations.

A temporary evacuation point is available at Golden Acorn Casino, 1800 Golden Acorn Way in Campo.

ABC 10News will provide updates as more information becomes available.