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NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 20, 2026Hillsborough

CAL FIRE reports 50% containment of Dehesa 7 wildfire

The Dehesa 7 wildfire, which burned approximately 93 acres near El Cajón, has reached 50% containment. All previous evacuation orders and road closures have been lifted, and no injuries or structural damage have been reported.

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Why It Matters

Residents in the Dehesa area are no longer under evacuation orders, and local road closures have been cleared as emergency crews continue to manage the fire.

Key Facts

  • The Dehesa 7 wildfire has consumed approximately 93 acres.
  • The fire is currently 50% contained.
  • All evacuation orders for the area have been cancelled.
  • All road closures related to the fire have been lifted.
  • No injuries to persons have been reported.
  • No structural damage has been reported.
  • The fire began on August 19, 2026, at approximately 3:19 p.m.
  • The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
  • CAL FIRE San Diego Unit maintains jurisdiction over the incident.

Who's Mentioned

locationDehesa“The rural community where the fire occurred.”other93“Total acres burned.”organizationCAL FIRE“The state agency managing the wildfire response.”locationEl Cajón“City located west of the fire site.”locationDehesa Road and Red Gum Road“Intersection near the fire's origin.”