What to Watch as the Weekend Unfolds
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The Grade Fire near Lake Henshaw, with approximately 175 acres (per CAL FIRE as of Aug 01) burned and zero percent containment, is the most dynamic situation heading into Saturday afternoon and evening. Fire behavior in the rugged chaparral and oak woodland terrain of the Palomar Mountain region will depend heavily on wind, humidity, and overnight temperatures — all of which remain unfavorable through Sunday.
The Extreme Heat Warning for mountains and desert areas runs through Sunday at 8 p.m., with inland valleys reaching 105 degrees and desert areas potentially touching 119 degrees. Coastal areas remain under a Heat Advisory through the same period, with high surf and elevated rip current risk through Saturday evening. Residents are urged to use Cool Zones — including the Santee Library branch for East County residents — stay hydrated, and check on vulnerable neighbors.
The F-35B crash investigation at MCAS Miramar will proceed methodically over the coming months. The Padres' front office faces an immediate deadline: the August 3rd trade deadline arrives Monday, with the club two games out of a wild-card spot and a demonstrably thin rotation. The next formal San Diego City Council session is August 24th; the County Board of Supervisors returns to session in mid-August.