Downed Power Line Possible Cause of Newport Coast Vegetation Fire

posted: May 16th, 2012 11:41 am | 3Comments

Newport Beach firefighters quickly extinguished a vegetation fire behind Sage Hill School at 9:43 a.m. today, according to a fire department statement.

A 911 caller alerted authorities to the blaze, which was off the 73 Toll Road.

“Once on scene they found a brush fire in vegetation that covered roughly 50 by 50 feet of vegetation,” the statement said. “Newport Beach firefighters aggressively attacked the fire and it was quickly extinguished.”

The fire did not damage any structures, and no one was injured, fire officials said.

“At this time, there is no estimated damage from the fire as only a small area of vegetation burned,” the statement said. The cause remains under investigation but appears that a downed power line may have started the blaze.

“The Newport Beach Fire Department would like to remind individuals that it is fire season and individuals should be careful when in wildland areas,” the statement said. “Additioanlly, if you see suspicious activity in these areas you should immediately notify the authorities.”

Photos courtesy of the NBFD.

3 Responses to “Downed Power Line Possible Cause of Newport Coast Vegetation Fire”

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Jeff

May 16th, 2012

Speaking of power lines... When is CDM finally put them underground???

Dan Palisades

May 17th, 2012

Jeff, the city has spent the past two years planning projects to “revitalize” the small business districts. You will see the districts rewarded with the spoils in upcoming council action soon. I think it is a good time to start looking at revitalizing our residential neighborhoods with a comprehensive plan to underground all power lines. And while we are digging things up, we can improve the alleys with pavers and other water improving and esthetic enhancing material. That would make alleys much more livable and it would improve property values. If the alleys are nicer, better planning may go into the backside of homes. It would have a positive impact on the flower streets in the CdM village because of the R2 zoning with front and rear units.

Jeff

May 18th, 2012

Completely agree with all your comments. Especially the benefits to the R2 lots. It would definitely improve property value throughout the city... Also don't forget many homes with rooftop decks... It would be nice to sit up there and not see the spider webs of wires as well!


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