Three large fires broke out in Los Angeles County on Wednesday as fire danger increased.
The fires include the deadly Eaton and Palisades Fire and the Hughes Fire, which broke out in the Castaic area Wednesday morning. The fire spread rapidly, reaching 3,400 acres in about two hours.
This is where the fire is burning. Scroll down for the latest information on acreage and containment.
castic fuse fire
The Hughes Fire broke out around 10:30 a.m. Wednesday in Castaic, north of Los Angeles. By 12:30 p.m., the fire had grown to 3,400 acres and evacuation orders were issued for surrounding areas. Winds were expected to pick up in the area in the afternoon, and containment was not possible on a day when a red flag warning was issued.
Eaton Fire in Altadena
The Eaton Fire, which started on Jan. 7 during a storm in Santa Ana, is 91 percent contained at 14,000 acres. Evacuation has been lifted for this area.
pacific palisades fire
The Palisades Fire near the Los Angeles County coast broke out on the morning of January 7th. The fire had grown to 23,400 acres and was 68 percent contained.
Twenty-eight deaths were reported in the Eaton and Palisades fires. These are among the most destructive fires ever recorded in California.
After the dry season turned into the rainy season in Southern California, the region is experiencing a severe drought. After last season’s record rains, months of dry weather left hillsides covered in dry brush, providing fuel for wildfires.
When a red flag warning is in effect, if a fire breaks out, it is likely to spread quickly due to strong winds. Flying embers also speed the spread of brush fires. Powerful wind gusts can scatter hot embers for miles and ignite them before the main fire lines, a nightmare scenario for firefighters.
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