Small brush fire in Escondido

Photo by Ryan GrotheTanker 71 making a drop on the fire in Escondido.

Photo by Ryan GrotheTanker 70 making a drop on the fire in Escondido.

Photo by Ryan GrotheTanker drop precision was perfect on this drop as the fire slowed down.

Photo by Ryan GrotheTanker 71 making a drop.

Photo by Ryan GrotheTanker 71 drops retardant on the Escondido brush fire.

Photo by Ryan GrotheA Cal-Fire battalion chief observing the fire as crews begin to arrive.

Photo by Ryan GrotheCal-Fire Battalion Chief observing the fire as crews arrive.

Photo by Ryan Grothe San Diego Sheriff Copter 12 making a drop as firefighters on the ground look up at the copter.
A small brush fire broke out in the unincorporated area of Escondido. The firew broke out off of Jesmond Dene Road. Fire crews from surrounding agencies were able to hold the fire to just 4 acres. Aircraft also made numerous drops. There new no reports of injuries or damage to any structures.