Crime & Safety
Brush Fire in Pacifica Sparked by Fireworks
Fire officials said the flames were difficult to access and almost reached some buildings.
By Bay City News
Firefighters put out a brush fire that threatened homes in Pacifica on Sunday afternoon that fire officials believe was caused by fireworks, according to the North County Fire Authority.
The fire was reported around 3 p.m. in the area of 1111 Terra Nova Blvd., according to fire officials.
Crews arriving on the scene called for backup after finding a large area of brush burning and threatening nearby homes.
Fire officials said the flames were difficult to access and almost reached some buildings, but firefighters' aggressive attack contained the fire to about half an acre.
Crews were able to fully extinguish the fire, including mopping up hot spots, in about two hours.
No homes or property was damaged and no injuries were reported.
Fire officials said a preliminary investigation revealed that fireworks caused the blaze.
The investigation is ongoing.
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