Officials announce control of Summit Fire
6/15/2008 CORRALITOS, CA
"We've watched it for a few days," Cal Fire Battalion Chief Paul
Van Gerwen said.
The fire, which broke out May 22 east of Corralitos and west of
Morgan Hill, was officially called under control at 8 a.m. today, according
to Van Gerwen.
An engine patrol will continue to monitor the area as a precaution
and there will be occasional flyovers to detect areas of heat using infrared
technology.
"It might detect one or two (hotspots) but they're very interior
in the fire's perimeter and we're confident it won't pose a threat at all,"
Van Gerwen said.
The fire, which was contained May 27, destroyed more than 60
outbuildings in addition to the 35 residences.
