Homeowner uses hose to wet home as fire nears
A fast-moving brush fire raced across thousands of acres of thick vegetation near Castaic Lake Wednesday, forcing mandatory evacuations in the lake area and into the heart of Castaic, with warnings stretching toward Santa Clarita and reaching the Ventura County line.
A fast-moving brush fire raced across thousands of acres of thick vegetation near Castaic Lake Wednesday, forcing mandatory evacuations in the lake area and into the heart of Castaic, with warnings stretching toward Santa Clarita and reaching the Ventura County line.
Castaic High School evacuated
Castaic High School has been evacuated due to the Hughes Fire burning in the Castaic area.
Castaic High School has been evacuated due to the Hughes Fire burning in the Castaic area.
Hughes Fire: 5 Freeway impacted by smoke
The Hughes Fire burning near Castaic Lake north of Santa Clarita has triggered several road closures. The 5 Freeway is also being impacted by smoke, according to officials.
The Hughes Fire burning near Castaic Lake north of Santa Clarita has triggered several road closures. The 5 Freeway is also being impacted by smoke, according to officials.
Hughes Fire breaks out amid red flag warning
Forecasters said the red flag warning might be extended into Friday for some of the region's most wind-prone areas.
Forecasters said the red flag warning might be extended into Friday for some of the region's most wind-prone areas.
Castaic fire grows to 500 acres
The Hughes Fire broke out around 11 a.m. in the area of Lake Hughes Road near the 5 Freeway and Castaic Lake, according to Cal Fire. It is estimated at 500 acres as of 11:45 a.m.
The Hughes Fire broke out around 11 a.m. in the area of Lake Hughes Road near the 5 Freeway and Castaic Lake, according to Cal Fire. It is estimated at 500 acres as of 11:45 a.m.
Hughes Fire: Evacuation orders near Castaic Lake
Officials have ordered mandatory evacuation orders for areas near Castaic Lake.
Officials have ordered mandatory evacuation orders for areas near Castaic Lake.
Castaic fire quickly spreading
A fast-moving brush fire pushed erupted in the Los Angeles Wednesday, quickly racing across 500 acres of terrain, aided by heavy, dry fuels and pushed by gusting Santa Ana winds.
A fast-moving brush fire pushed erupted in the Los Angeles Wednesday, quickly racing across 500 acres of terrain, aided by heavy, dry fuels and pushed by gusting Santa Ana winds.
Castaic fire distance from homes
Crews on the scene report the blaze is burning in heavy fuels and spotting across Lake Hughes Road.
Crews on the scene report the blaze is burning in heavy fuels and spotting across Lake Hughes Road.
Hughes fire erupts in Castaic
Los Angeles County fire crews on the scene of that fire burning near Castaic Lake say the blaze is already between 50 and 100 acres with a rapid rate of spread.
Los Angeles County fire crews on the scene of that fire burning near Castaic Lake say the blaze is already between 50 and 100 acres with a rapid rate of spread.
Fire erupts in Castaic
Los Angeles County fire crews on the scene of that fire burning near Castaic Lake say the blaze is already between 50 and 100 acres with a rapid rate of spread.
Los Angeles County fire crews on the scene of that fire burning near Castaic Lake say the blaze is already between 50 and 100 acres with a rapid rate of spread.
Wednesday morning LA wildfires update
On Wednesday, Jan. 22, Los Angeles City and County officials provided an update on current wildfire conditions as well as what to expect ahead of an incoming storm.
On Wednesday, Jan. 22, Los Angeles City and County officials provided an update on current wildfire conditions as well as what to expect ahead of an incoming storm.
Dr. Ferrer explains ash and dust advisory
Los Angeles County Public Health Director Dr. Barbara Ferrer explains tips on staying safe amid an ash and dust advisory.
Los Angeles County Public Health Director Dr. Barbara Ferrer explains tips on staying safe amid an ash and dust advisory.
LA Co. DA Hochman issues stern warning to scammers
Los Angeles County District Attorney issued a stern warning to those taking advantage of victims who have been devastated amid LA's wildfires.
Los Angeles County District Attorney issued a stern warning to those taking advantage of victims who have been devastated amid LA's wildfires.
LA's fire zones prepare for incoming storm
After days of powerful winds and dry conditions, Los Angeles is now preparing for an incoming storm that has triggered fears of landslides.
After days of powerful winds and dry conditions, Los Angeles is now preparing for an incoming storm that has triggered fears of landslides.
Eaton Fire zone braces for rain, threat of mudslides
Crews were working on preventative measures as Southern California prepares for wet weather by the weekend.
Crews were working on preventative measures as Southern California prepares for wet weather by the weekend.
Financial tips for L.A. wildfire victims
Pattie Ehsaei shares crucial tips for people who lost homes or businesses to L.A. wildfires.
Pattie Ehsaei shares crucial tips for people who lost homes or businesses to L.A. wildfires.
Clay Fire burns parts of Riverside County
The Clay Fire stretched nearly 40 acres before firefighters dramatically slowed down the spread of the blaze in the Jurupa Valley area.
The Clay Fire stretched nearly 40 acres before firefighters dramatically slowed down the spread of the blaze in the Jurupa Valley area.
Wildfire recovery to winter storm preps
In addition to recovering from the January fires, Los Angeles County residents must also brace for the possible winter storm, which may lead to mudslides this weekend.
In addition to recovering from the January fires, Los Angeles County residents must also brace for the possible winter storm, which may lead to mudslides this weekend.
Clay Fire breaks out in Riverside County; Evacuation warnings lifted
A fire broke out in Jurupa Valley as the Santa Ana winds continued to linger in Southern California.
A fire broke out in Jurupa Valley as the Santa Ana winds continued to linger in Southern California.
Doctor who lost home in LA fires healed by love of her patients
Dr. Jesse Berry and her family lost everything, including their home, in the Eaton Fire. Berry went right back to work, at Children's Hospital LA, and now the community she helps is helping her through the tragedy.
Dr. Jesse Berry and her family lost everything, including their home, in the Eaton Fire. Berry went right back to work, at Children's Hospital LA, and now the community she helps is helping her through the tragedy.