Firefighters Successfully Contain Fire to Protect Beloved Oceanside Pier

On Thursday afternoon, a fire broke out on the Oceanside Pier in San Diego County, California, causing social media to erupt with reports and images. Firefighters and first responders arrived quickly and fought the flames from the air, water, and the pier itself. Efforts are still underway to extinguish the fire, but firefighters believe the majority of the pier has been saved. The cause of the blaze is unknown and the beach south of the pier remains closed due to debris entering the water. The historic pier, built in 1888, has been a popular surf spot for events like the Super Girl Pro.

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