The following year the Blue Cut Fire again forced the closure of the freeway for several days starting on August 16 , 2016 . The fire closed the I-15 north and southbound lanes due to the intensity of the fire . It destroyed a number of outbuildings and homes , and destroyed the Summit Inn Restaurant in Oak Hills . A McDonald 's restaurant was also burned but the damage was minor . The fire threatened homes in Lytle Creek , Phelan , Oak Hills and Wrightwood and burned 37,000 acres Cajon Pass is notorious for high winds , particularly during Santa Ana wind season , with gusts of wind up to 60 miles per hour . It has been known to cause high-profile vehicles such semi-trucks to lose control or tip over . During wind advisories , Caltrans will use its Changeable message signs to warn motorists of dangerous weather in the Cajon Pass
Blue Cut Fire
Blue Cut Fire
Cajon Pass