What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of October 16, 2026, the Henderson Fire is burning near Brown Street and Henderson Street at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton in San Diego County, Southern California. The fire is affecting the military installation near Oceanside and the Interstate 5 corridor (1).
Which cities or areas are affected by the Henderson Fire?
The cities and areas affected by the Henderson Fire include:
- Camp Pendleton
- Interstate 5 corridor between Harbor Drive and Basilone Road
- Las Flores (41 Area)
- Las Pulgas (43 Area)
What is the current containment status of the Henderson Fire?
As of October 16, 2026, the Henderson Fire has burned approximately 1,404 acres, with containment information not yet available.
Ground crews and aircraft have been working to slow the fire's spread and protect structures.
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
The evacuation order for Las Flores (41 Area) has been lifted. Personnel should remain alert for changes in fire conditions and follow official Camp Pendleton announcements for any new evacuation instructions.
Interstate 5 is open in both directions between Harbor Drive and Basilone Road. However, authorities caution that additional closures may be necessary if the fire threatens the highway again.
How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
- Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of October 16, 2026, this fire is 0% contained.
