Yesterday's brush fire just south of Mineta San José International Airport briefly turned a key stretch of roadway into a headache for drivers, as San José firefighters rushed to a Tier 1 vegetation blaze near Coleman Avenue and Autumn Parkway. The San José Fire Department warned that traffic around the area was taking a hit and urged people to steer clear while crews worked the scene. At the time of the advisory, officials had not released details on injuries, the acreage burned, or how the fire started, but they asked anyone heading toward the airport to expect delays and to give engines and trucks plenty of room.
What officials say
In a post on X, the San José Fire Department said crews were responding to a Tier 1 vegetation fire at Coleman Avenue and Autumn Parkway and told the public to avoid the area. The update noted that traffic was affected near the airport but did not provide any information on containment, potential injuries, or the size of the fire. The department typically follows up on its channels as crews report progress and the situation changes.
#SJFD firefighters are responding to a Tier 1 vegetation fire in the area of Coleman Ave and Autumn Pkwy, south of SJC airport. Traffic impacted nearby. Please avoid the area.
— San José Fire Dept. (@SJFD) June 14, 2026
TOC: 3:26pm pic.twitter.com/enzzibq43r
Traffic and airport impacts
The fire scene is immediately south of Mineta San José International Airport, close enough that any road closures or slowdowns can ripple into ground access for travelers. The advisory from fire officials specifically warned of nearby traffic impacts that could make it harder to reach the terminals by car or rideshare. Mineta San José International Airport oversees the airport roadways, so fliers are encouraged to check the airport and airline websites and allow extra time. Navigation apps are also likely to flag congestion around Coleman Avenue and Autumn Parkway while emergency vehicles remain on scene.
Safety and what residents should do
Anyone in the area is asked to follow directions from firefighters and police, keep clear of active fire lines, and move to a safe location away from smoke and flames. City fire guidance also urges residents to report any new fires or hazards by calling 911 and to limit outdoor activity if smoke drifts into nearby neighborhoods. General safety tips and preparedness information are available through the city’s fire pages, and the San José Fire Department remains the primary source for official updates as more details are released.
