September 2 – Labor Day weekend proved to be very busy for firefighters as they battled a wind driven blaze from the ground and air. Although the 1,158 acre brush fire destroyed 3 homes, damaged 2 others, and destroyed several vehicles, firefighters saved hundreds of homes and numerous animals.

The fire started on northbound Interstate 15 in the center median just south of Oaks Hills Road in Cajon Pass and quickly jumped southbound lanes, continuing into the ranch style communities of Oak Hills, Baldy Mesa and Hesperia.

About 1,500 homes were evacuated and Interstate 15 was closed intermittently throughout the busy holiday weekend. The fire was fully contained by Monday, September 5th. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

Thank you to all the residents who heeded evacuation orders. By leaving in a timely, calm fashion, you gave firefighters a fighting chance to save homes.

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