Sorrento fire map, evacuation updates: Smoke visible in San Diego, Long Beach, Mira Mesa; videos emerge

Brush fire in Sorrento Valley near San Diego triggered evacuation orders and warnings Monday, as dramatic videos of the blaze spread across social media.

Published on: Jun 8, 2026, 23:35:02 IST

By Shamik Banerjee

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A large brush fire in Sorrento Valley, near San Diego, California on Monday prompted evacuation warnings in nearby areas. The San Diego Police Department said in an update that parts of Sand Crab Place and Corte Jardin Del Mar have been placed under an evacuation order.

Meanwhile, videos of the fire emerged on social media.

This story is being updated.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Shamik Banerjee
Shamik is a journalist covering the United States for Hindustan Times. He has more than four years of experience reporting on US politics, sports, and major breaking stories across fast-moving cycles. He previously worked at Times Now and Sportskeeda, building strong newsroom instincts and digital storytelling skills. At HT.com, he focuses on day-to-day coverage of US political developments while also handling high-impact stories that demand speed, accuracy, clarity, and context under pressure. Shamik has extensive experience covering NFL game days over the past two years, coordinating live updates, analysis, and explainers. He is particularly drawn to large news moments such as US elections and the Super Bowl, where he thrives at the news desk working alongside the team. He holds degrees in Media Studies from Jamia Millia Islamia and English Literature from Jadavpur University. Before entering journalism, he briefly worked in digital marketing and political consultancy roles. Currently a Senior Content Producer at HT Digital, he is driven by curiosity, discipline, and a constant desire to explore new and obscure topics. Outside work, he enjoys reading, films, sports, and learning continuously.Read More

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