Fire crews are making steady progress against the Canyon Fire north of Los Angeles, which has now burned 4,856 acres and is 25% contained, according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department. Overnight water drops helped keep the flames in check, and so far no injuries have been reported. Thousands remain evacuated as hot, dry conditions persist.
The blaze began Thursday afternoon near Lake Piru and spread quickly through steep terrain, prompting emergency proclamations and evacuation orders across Los Angeles and Ventura Counties. One structure has been destroyed, but no homes have been lost. More than 400 firefighting personnel are battling the fire, supported by fixed-wing aircraft and helicopters.
Fire Progress and Threats
Initially reported at 30 acres, the fire surged to 1,700 acres by 8 p.m. on Thursday, reaching nearly 5,000 acres within hours. Crews report the fire is burning eastward at a rapid rate in light to medium fuels, threatening 60kv powerlines and the communities of Hasley Canyon and Hathaway Ranch.
Evacuation Zones
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Evacuation Orders: Val Verde area and surrounding neighborhoods.
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Evacuation Warnings: Expanded east to the edge of Interstate 5.
Authorities urge residents to remain vigilant and follow official guidance.
Impact and Response
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Portions of Silver Strand Movie Ranch in Castaic have been burned.
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Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors issued an emergency proclamation to unlock state and local resources, streamline coordination, and accelerate firefighting efforts.
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Temperatures near the fire reached 100°F on Thursday, with light winds adding to the challenge.
The National Weather Service warns that conditions remain favorable for fire spread, with no immediate word on the cause of the blaze. The Canyon Fire is burning about 90 miles southeast of the much larger Gifford Fire, which has scorched nearly 100,000 acres over the past week.
