A brush fire that broke out this Saturday afternoon had scorched about 10,500 acres and forced authorities to issue evacuation orders in the Gorman areain northern Los Angeles County.
During the morning of this Sunday, fire crews continued to fight the flames of the rapidly advancing fire, that originated near the 5 Freeway, in the area of Ralph’s Ranch and Gorman School roads.
For now, It was unclear where the fire started or how it originated.although a surveillance camera from a parking lot in the area showed several burned vehicles.
As of Saturday night, the flames were reported to have affected about 5,000 acres, but During the early hours of this Sunday the fire gained speed fueled by the intense wind.
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Firefighters initially estimated the burned land at 11,000 acres, but later reduced to 10,504 acres, with 2% containment.
The most recent update from Cal Fire, this Sunday morning, An affected extension of 12,265 was reported, with a containment of 2%.
Firefighters No injuries have been reported as a result of the fire.but they mentioned that at least two structures were damaged by the fire.
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In the fight against the fire More than 300 firefighters from at least seven corporations participateincluding units from Los Angeles, Ventura and Kern counties, the Los Angeles Fire Department, Cal Fire, Los Padres Fire Protection and Angeles National Forest Fire Management.
Firefighters said efforts to stopping the advance of the flames from the sky were hampered by limited visibility.
In addition, the work of firefighters also were affected by strong winds that were had in the area.
A warning was issued Red Flag for the 5 Freeway corridor in Los Angeles Countyand in the mountains of Ventura County, in effect until 5:00 pm this Monday.
He National Weather Service (NWS) It also issued a high wind warning, which is in effect until 11:00 am this Monday.
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The South Coast AQMD issued a wildfire smoke advisory for the Santa Clarita and Castaic areasas northwesterly winds are expected to push smoke from the post-fire southeast into Santa Clarita, the San Fernando Valley and parts of the Angeles National Forest.
Due to the fire, authorities issued evacuation orders for residents living west of the 5 Freeway near Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area, Pyramid Lake and surrounding areas.
Fire crews reported that around About 1,200 people had been evacuated from Hungry Valley Park.
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Evacuation warnings were also issued for areas south of Pyramid Lake, between Old Ridge Route and the Los Angeles County lineincluding Paradise Ranch Estates.
Fire in San Bernardino County
Another smaller brush fire was reported continuing active this Sunday morning in the Hesperia area, San Bernardino County.
The flames were first reported shortly after 6:00 p.m. near the 1800 block of Highway 173.
According to the most recent information update, authorities said the fire had tripled in size overnight, going from about 300 acres to 1,131 acres.
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The conflagration in San Bernardino County was reported was contained at 5%.
Authorities issued an evacuation warning for residents in the Arrowhead Equestrian Estates area.
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