Fire erupts at residential construction site in San Diego

SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — A fast-moving fire broke out at a residential construction site in Teralta West early Sunday, fully engulfing the structure and prompting temporary evacuations, authorities said.

San Diego Fire-Rescue crews responded to the scene at 4020 42nd St. around 12:30 a.m. to find a two-story building under construction already consumed by flames. A power line had come down near the building, which officials say may have played a role in the fire, though that has yet to be determined.

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A few evacuations were ordered for nearby homes, but all have since been lifted, according to fire officials.

San Diego Gas & Electric was called to the scene, which is standard procedure for structure fires, especially those involving electrical lines…

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