Mikey777 44 Posted May 21, 2017 I was on a street ride today and took the 94 east and saw a big smoke header on the horizon as I got near Jamul. I was expecting the road to be shut down earlier, but I was able to ride past the new Hollywood monstrosity of a casino to Honey Springs Road and Otay Lakes Road. I got to see the fire up close as it burned over the ridge heading west/southwest towards Otay Lakes Road. I stayed around for about a half hour. I couldn't see how far south it went, but it was quite the airshow going on. Cal Fire Incident Link http://www.fire.ca.gov/current_incidents/incidentdetails/Index/1503 Taken from Honey Springs Road. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted May 21, 2017 https://www.google.com/amp/www.sandiegouniontribune.com/news/public-safety/sd-me-jamul-fire-20170520-story,amp.html I was following this news earlier was actually planning on doing some back roads tomorrow up otay might have to change plans Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Zubb 1061 Posted May 21, 2017 Nice Pani! I miss my Duc. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey777 44 Posted May 21, 2017 I am getting old and that bike hurts after an hour. I am in denial of reality. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 559 Posted May 21, 2017 11 minutes ago, Mikey777 said: I am getting old and that bike hurts after an hour. I am in denial of reality. At least you can last a whole hour. I had to buy something more civilized than a track style bike, or else I wouldn't be comfortable for more than about 5 minutes. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey777 44 Posted May 21, 2017 I was hoping the casino would burn down. Mikey doesn't like it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dylan 0 Posted May 22, 2017 Here's a video of the fire starting here: http://kogo.iheart.com/onair/ted-garcia-58417/video-of-possible-suspects-starting-dulzura-15849925/ I can't imagine having to battle that fire in the heat we had Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted May 22, 2017 1 hour ago, Dylan said: Here's a video of the fire starting here: http://kogo.iheart.com/onair/ted-garcia-58417/video-of-possible-suspects-starting-dulzura-15849925/ I can't imagine having to battle that fire in the heat we had Thanks for posting what a shame. I know the blm and border patrol have been trying to shut down this side of shooting area for years. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oracle 195 Posted May 22, 2017 Fawking idiots. It goes against common sense to be shooting in tall grass, during high temps and Santa Winds. Idiots. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Oracle 195 Posted May 22, 2017 Last year, Mikey777 and I went to go shooting out on some BLM land. When we got there, the conditions were similar to the conditions these guys were shooting in. We discussed it and came to the conclusion that it wasn't safe to shoot so we didn't. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey777 44 Posted May 22, 2017 Idiots. Go 10 minutes down the road to South Bay Rod & Gun Club and shoot safely. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SCHWINN 0 Posted May 22, 2017 Cheap ass Steel bullets cause sparks... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted May 22, 2017 12 minutes ago, SCHWINN said: Cheap ass Steel bullets cause sparks... Couple years ago i talke to ranger and he said 1 of the 3 fires that year was a navy chief who stole tracer rounds and caused a small fire. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reximus 10 Posted May 23, 2017 7 hours ago, SCHWINN said: Cheap ass Steel bullets cause sparks... Absolutely correct, recreational target shooting with steel ammo is the # one cause of wildfire in San Diego county. It was pretty warm out there Saturday. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
danrider 5 Posted May 23, 2017 20 hours ago, Mikey777 said: Idiots. Go 10 minutes down the road to South Bay Rod & Gun Club and shoot safely. Now that would be the smart thing to do Mikey, judging by the video they be dumb people!!! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
carguy 1 Posted May 23, 2017 The sad part is, we used to be allowed to ride there, A fire was started and it closed. Then they only allowed foot traffic and soon after shooters. Now another fire, I am sure it will be closed for a long time to come. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey777 44 Posted May 23, 2017 Nice pics Reximus! Putting down some black with the drip torch! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reximus 10 Posted May 23, 2017 1 hour ago, Mikey777 said: Nice pics Reximus! Putting down some black with the drip torch! Thanks Mikey- you can see the local gov guys putting it out behind us! Fixed that real quick tho Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mikey777 44 Posted May 23, 2017 From the photo it looked like they were just hitting the edge to keep the embers down, but you're right they put it completely out. Total 'tards if they are putting out your backfire. You don't leave unburned fuel between your blackline and fire front unless it is way inside the line. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wierdrider 187 Posted May 24, 2017 From Hollenbeck Canyon parking lot I talked to a couple today who had been evacuated, they said that it took about one hour for the fire to get to Pio Pico this is on Otay Lakes Road at the ecological preserve gate Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Dylan 0 Posted May 24, 2017 Thanks for the pictures Jim. All that lush green foliage from the winter rains turned to tall dead grass in a hurry! I am a little concerned..... I have also noticed way more reptiles out. I have seen two different snakes in Mission Valley near my work! Never have seen them here before. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wierdrider 187 Posted May 24, 2017 It went through fast, not the taking out all the bushes or trees. It jumped the road and burned just a bit near the last two photos. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Reximus 10 Posted May 24, 2017 10 hours ago, Wierdrider said: From Hollenbeck Canyon parking lot I talked to a couple today who had been evacuated, they said that it took about one hour for the fire to get to Pio Pico this is on Otay Lakes Road at the ecological preserve gate Hows that new bike? 18 hours ago, Mikey777 said: Nice pics Reximus! Putting down some black with the drip torch! Thanks Mikey- you can see the local gov guys putting it out behind us! Fixed that real quick tho Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
beniflas 6 Posted May 24, 2017 11 hours ago, Wierdrider said: this is on Otay Lakes Road at the ecological preserve gate I think i know where thats at. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Wierdrider 187 Posted May 24, 2017 By golly Benny, I thinks you do. Rexamus, I'm enjoying riding on the street, go figure. ?? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites