Oceanside Pier partially reopens to the public after April fire

OCEANSIDE, Calif. (FOX 5/KUSI) -- On Friday, two weeks after the Oceanside Pier caught fire, the iconic landmark has partially reopened to the public.

Several people returned to the pier Friday morning to resume activities such as fishing, daily walks and sightseeing. Fire crews were able to save about 90% of the 1,954-foot-long pier.

Last week, FOX 5/KUSI reported that authorities determined the fire, which damaged a former Ruby's Diner and The Brine Box structure at the end of the pier, was likely started from “accidental causes.”

As of Friday, a majority of the pier has reopened past the bait shop, restrooms and fish washing station. The end of the pier where the former Ruby's Diner once stood will remain closed and inaccessible to the public until further notice.

Federal investigators and the Oceanside Fire Department are still investigating the exact cause.