Update: Ruddy Fire burns 0.5 acres in San Diego County

Published May 2, 2026 #Ruddy fire

Updated: 1:27 p.m. May 2

First discovered: Less than an hour ago, 12:28 p.m. May 2

Initial location: San Diego County, Calif.

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Ruddy

Ruddy Fire initially started today at 12:28 p.m. in in San Diego County, California.

Since its discovery less than an hour ago, it has burned 0.5 acres of private land. At this time, the containment status is unknown and the cause of the fire remains undetermined.

Source: National Interagency Fire Center