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NewsNoticias Tampa Bay (Univision)August 17, 2026Hillsborough

San Diego police arrest man for allegedly starting 130-acre Sorrento Valley wildfire

Authorities have arrested 30-year-old Brandon Glasgo on arson charges following a wildfire that burned 130 acres in Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve. The fire forced evacuations in Sorrento Valley on Sunday before being contained by emergency crews.

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Why It Matters

The incident resulted in mandatory evacuations for Sorrento Valley residents and required a large-scale emergency response involving 160 personnel and aerial support to protect local property.

Key Facts

  • Brandon Glasgo, 30, was arrested and charged with arson in a forest area.
  • The fire consumed approximately 130 acres in Los Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve.
  • The suspect is being held on a $75,000 bail.
  • The fire began Sunday at approximately 3:15 p.m. near Sorrento Valley Boulevard and Carmel Mountain Road.
  • Mandatory evacuations were ordered for Sorrento Valley residents, with a temporary center at Eastgate Mall.
  • Approximately 160 emergency personnel and multiple aerial units, including a CAL FIRE C-130, responded to the blaze.
  • The fire was contained by approximately 25 percent as of 8:30 p.m. Sunday.
  • The fire was stopped shortly before 7:00 p.m. Sunday, with crews remaining on-site overnight.

Who's Mentioned

locationSan Diego“Jurisdiction where the fire and arrest occurred”other130“Acres burned”organizationCAL FIRE“Provided aerial firefighting support”other160“Number of emergency personnel involved”locationLos Peñasquitos Canyon Preserve“Site of the wildfire”personBrandon Glasgo“30-year-old suspect arrested for arson”