Malibu Brush Fire Sparks Evacuations Amid Red Flag Warnings and Dangerous Conditions
A brush fire burned late last night in Malibu Canyon near Pepperdine University and forced evacuations for some residents. The fire, termed the "Franklin Fire," began at about 10:45 PM near S. Malibu Canyon Road and Station Boundary, and had grown to about 100 acres around 11:45 PM. So far, no structures have been damaged, but some are at risk. Evacuation orders have been issued for residents in zone MAL-C112. Please go to the Malibu city website for the most up-to-date information. Investigators do not know what caused the fire.
A dangerous brush fire, dubbed the Franklin Fire, is raging through Malibu Canyon, threatening homes and prompting urgent evacuations. The blaze ignited late last night near S. Malibu Canyon Road and Station Boundary, south of the Pauma area. As of 11:45 PM, the fire had already scorched 100 acres, with structures in the path of the flames. Residents of zone MAL-C112 have been ordered to evacuate immediately. For the most current information on evacuations, please refer to the Malibu city website. The origin of the fire is still under investigation
A fast-moving brush fire erupted in Malibu Canyon last night, prompting emergency evacuations for residents in the area. The fire, dubbed the Franklin Fire, ignited around 10:45 PM near S. Malibu Canyon Road and Station Boundary. By 11:45 PM, the blaze had consumed approximately 100 acres of land, posing a threat to nearby structures. Authorities have issued mandatory evacuation orders for residents in zone MAL-C112. The cause of the fire is currently unknown. For the latest updates on the situation, please visit the Malibu city website
Due to the ongoing firefighting efforts, California Highway Patrol officers implemented a road closure on Malibu Canyon between Mulholland Drive and the Pacific Coast Highway.
As a dangerous wildfire continues to burn in the region, Pepperdine University has assured its community that the campus remains secure. However, power outages may affect the local area. Weather conditions have taken a turn for the worse, with low humidity and strong Santa Ana winds fueling the fire danger. A red flag warning has been issued for Southern California, prompting SoCal Edison to warn tens of thousands of Los Angeles County residents about potential power shutoffs as a precautionary measure. more
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