Fire in Abandoned Buildings in North San Jose

A vegetation fire erupted in North San Jose on Thursday afternoon, igniting near the Montague Expressway and threatening multiple abandoned structures as well as at least one home. The San Jose Fire Department responded to the incident after receiving reports around 12:15 p.m. Fire crews quickly assessed the situation, noting that traffic on Montague Expressway was affected due to the fire's proximity. By 12:51 p.m., the fire's severity prompted an escalation in response to Tier 2, with one abandoned building already fully engulfed in flames. Fire officials reported that the blaze had spread to several other abandoned buildings and one residential property shortly thereafter. The rapid spread of the fire raised concerns among local residents and authorities. An update from the fire department at 2:30 p.m. indicated that firefighters had successfully halted the forward progress of the fire shortly after 2 p.m. The incident resulted in approximately 3-5 acres of land being scorched, along with the destruction of a large barn and several outbuildings. Fortunately, no occupied structures were affected, and there were no reported injuries. Fire crews remained on-site to conduct mop-up operations and ensure that the fire was fully extinguished. The incident highlights the ongoing risks associated with vegetation fires, particularly in areas with abandoned structures.