Plane Crash in San Diego Ignites Fire, Evacuations Ordered
Early Morning Incident in San Diego
A plane crash occurred early Thursday morning in a residential area of San Diego, leading to a significant fire outbreak. Officials reported that a Cessna 550 went down in foggy weather, igniting flames that affected approximately 15 homes and prompted evacuations across several blocks.
Emergency responders were dispatched to the crash site located near Sculpin Street and Santo Road shortly after an emergency alert was received at 3:47 AM local time. The San Diego Fire-Rescue team arrived within six minutes of the alert. Assistant Fire Chief Dan Eddy informed the media, stating, “We have jet fuel all over the place. Our primary objective is to search all these homes and ensure everyone is evacuated immediately.”
Police and Community Response
SDPD is responding to a plane crash near Sculpin St and Santo Rd.
— San Diego Police Department (@SanDiegoPD) May 22, 2025
Please avoid the area while crews work.
More info will be shared as it becomes available.
The San Diego Police Department confirmed the crash via a post on social media, urging residents to steer clear of the vicinity. They announced that evacuations were underway for three streets adjacent to the crash site. Additionally, road closures were implemented, and two nearby schools were closed for safety reasons. Residents were advised to report any unusual smells of jet fuel or debris in their surroundings.