Massive Fire Breaks Out in San Diego Home, Dozens Respond
I want to start by giving you a clear picture of what actually happened on Woodlawn Avenue, because whenever a house fire hits the news, people usually hear fragments — a headline, a short clip, maybe a quick update. But the details matter, especially when multiple homes and lives are affected.
This fire broke out on Monday afternoon, just before 2:30 p.m., in a quiet Chula Vista neighborhood. Within minutes, smoke was rising through the roof, and the scene shifted from calm to chaotic. I’ve seen a lot of fire responses over the years, but what stood out here was how quickly this incident escalated — not just one home, but eventually spreading into a second.
What you should know upfront is this: four people were trapped in the backyard when firefighters arrived. They managed to rescue all four, and one of them had to be taken to the hospital. At this point, officials haven’t shared their condition, which usually means they’re still gathering the facts before making anything public…