A brush fire named Alisal Fire broke out in west of Santa Barbara in California, U.S, on Monday, threatening at least 100 structures and forcing the closure of Highway 101, according to fire officials. /CFP

The fire continued to spread on October 12, 2021. About 200 firefighters were battling the fire, but strong winds made it difficult to monitor and control the blaze. /CFP

Santa Barbara health officials wanred that the heavy smoke in the winds could trigger poor air quality. /CFP

The Alisal Fire spanned 13,400 acres as of Tuesday night, according to CBS Los Angeles. There was five percent containment. /CFP