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May 24, 2012 (Julian) – The “Banner Fire” which started at 2:14 p.m. has burned four to five acres thus far east of Julian near the Banner Grade.
“The fire is located in an area known as Cigarette Canyon close to the location of last year’s `Great Fire,’” Battalion Chief Nick Schuler say, adding that the blaze is spreading at a “moderate rate.”
Webcam image from Volcan Mountain: http://hpwren.ucsd.edu/cameras/L/sy-av8185-1_3.jpg
Schuler indicated no structures were threatened as of 2:35 p.m.; additional resources have been ordered.
However at www.WildlandFire.com, a recent post indicates the incident commander has rquested engines for "immediate structure protection." Two air tankers are on the scene and two more have been ordered, as well as additional hand crews and water tenders.
The site further indicates the fire is burning off Highway 78 west of Scissors crossing on Cigarette Hill with strong westerly winds.
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