SAN DIEGO (KGTV) — Firefighters are battling a 137-acre vegetation fire near Otay Truck Trail in the Otay Mesa area, according to Cal Fire. The blaze, which started around 3:28 p.m., was burning east into wilderness areas Saturday afternoon.
As of the latest update, the fire was 5% contained. Crews will remain on the scene overnight to work on containment.
Authorities said no evacuation or warning orders have been issued, and no structures are threatened.
As of 4:30 p.m., the fire was moving away from the City of Chula Vista's correctional facilities and residential areas. According to a Cal Fire spokesperson, it is unlikely that the fire's direction will change unless there is a significant shift in wind patterns, which is not anticipated.
As of 5:21 p.m., Cal Fire officials reported the fire at around 100 acres. The fire then grew to 137 acres by 5:55 p.m. Officials said the aircraft are making good progress in battling the blaze.
Cal Fire investigators are on the scene to determine the cause of the blaze. Firefighting efforts are ongoing to contain the blaze and prevent its further spread.
This is a developing story, and 10News will update this article as more information becomes available.
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