The Vista Fire ignited on Sunday, July 7, 2024, at approximately 9:51 AM in the San Bernardino National Forest near Lytle Creek. Spanning nearly 2,936 acres, the wildfire prompted significant interagency response and coordination, including efforts from San Bernardino County Fire, the Sheriff’s Department, the California Highway Patrol, and federal partners from both the San Bernardino and Angeles National Forests. The fire was fully contained by December 31, 2024. Evacuation warnings and emergency alerts were rapidly distributed through the County’s Telephone Emergency Notification System (TENS), helping to keep nearby communities informed and safe.
The incident highlighted ongoing fire prevention measures and operational challenges, including temporary road and area closures, increased forest fire restrictions, and enforcement of FAA Temporary Flight Restrictions due to drone interference. The Vista Fire response demonstrated strong collaboration across local, state, and federal partners and emphasized the importance of continued public education on wildfire safety and drone regulations.
Incident Updates
Incident Cooperators
San Bernardino County Fire
San Bernardino County Sheriff
California Highway Patrol
Angeles National Forest
Links
San Bernardino National Forest
https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/cabdf-vista-fire
CAL FIRE
https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2024/7/7/vista-fire
