The fire was reported just before 3 p.m. on Thursday in the canyon behind Corte Claro and Paseo Encino in Carlsbad near the Carlsbad/San Marcos border.

A fast-moving brush fire in a North County canyon Thursday prompted evacuation orders before crews fighting the flames gained the upper hand.

Evacuation orders are in place for nearby residences along Rancho Santa Fe Road and San Elijo Road for the Claro Fire in ...

Firefighters managed to stop the forward progress of the Claro Fire, which ignited Thursday afternoon and triggered evacuations, at 45 acres, according to Cal Fire.

Claro Fire broke out near Carlsbad and San Marcos, prompting evacuation warnings and road closures. Temporary Evacuation Point is set up at Stagecoach Park. Sunday, Jun 22, 2025.

Fire name: Claro Fire. Claro Fire initially started 3:52 p.m. June 12 in San Diego County. It has burned 45 acres after being active for 30 hours. By Friday evening, the fire has been fully contained.