Breaking: Branch V Fire reported in San Diego County on Aug. 23

Published Aug 23, 2025 #Branch v fire

First discovered: 3 hours ago, 8:06 a.m. Aug. 23

Initial location: San Diego County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Branch V

A new wildfire was reported today at 8:06 a.m. in San Diego County, California.

After being active for three hours, Branch V Fire has burned four acres of state land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center