Kenwood, CA – Approximately 1632 Hours on Tuesday, November 12th, a series of small fires broke out on the right shoulder of the Northbound Lanes of I-15, north of the Kenwood exit on Cajon Pass.

Originally, the fire had a moderate rate of spread and homes in the area were under threat.  An immediate decisive and aggressive attack by firefitghters held the fire at seven (7) acres.

Firefighters responded from the Forest Service, CAL FIRE, San Bernardino County and San Bernardino City Fire Department.  One helitack and one chopper was also dispatched to the scene to assist firefighters. Additional Incident Cooperators:  CA Dept. of Corrections.

The right two lanes were closed on Tuesday evening by CalTrans and the California Highway Patrol.

There is no cause known at this time and is still under investigation.

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