Thorn fire reaches 65% containment as I-8 reopens, evacuation orders remain

The 1,234-acre Thorn Fire reached 65% containment on Friday, though closures persist on Interstate 8 near Live Oak Springs. At least one structure was damaged by the blaze, which began Wednesday near the Imperial County border. Over 700 firefighters are working to manage the fire, while several evacuation orders remain in place for specific zones in San Diego County.