Inmate fire crews battling in frontlines in Castaic
FOX 11's Hailey Winslow got a chance to speak with some of the inmates jumping into the frontlines to help contain the Hughes Fire in the Castaic.
Hughes Fire moves into Ventura County
Authorities in Ventura County are advising residents to be alert and aware of any updates regarding the Hughes Fire as it has now prompted some evacuations in the region as it continue to burn.
Hughes Fire races up hillside in seconds
FOX 11?s Matthew Seedorff reports from the front line of the Hughes Fire. From his vantage point along Lake Hughes Road, flames were racing up the hillside, engulfing trees and power poles.
Hughes Fire spreads, students evacuate
An EMT student at College of the Canyons talks to FOX 11 about the quickly-spreading Hughes Fire.
Hughes Fire: Santa Clarita 'ready,' mayor says
Santa Clarita Mayor Bill Miranda says the city is prepared to handle this fire and is urging residents to be ready to evacuate when necessary.
Hughes Fire shuts down major freeways
All lanes of the northbound 5 Freeway are closed just north of State Route 126, and the CHP is working to close the southbound 5 Freeway at Grapevine Road
Castaic residents prepare to evacuate
Sheriff's deputies and firefighters are in a Castaic neighborhood where some residents have evacuated, but others have chosen to "wait it out" and assess the situation before leaving.
Fire dozer fights Hughes Fire in Castaic
Crews are working to stop the progress of the Hughes Fire, which has burned thousands of acres near Castaic in just a few hours.
Mayor Bass tours emergency preparations ahead of rain
Los Angeles Mayor toured fire scar areas ahead of the rain expected this weekend.
Students evacuated due to Hughes Fire
Students at numerous schools in the Lake Hughes and Castaic areas had to be evacuated due to the Hughes fire.
Palisades Fire 68% contained
The Palisades Fire was 68% contained, but first responders and residents were also preparing for a storm expected to hit Southern California this weekend.
Hughes Fire: Private firefighters help homeowners
Private firefighters sent by a homeowner's insurance company were seen helping one resident trying to hose down his house.
Recapping critical fire updates
FOX 11's Mario Ramirez recaps a briefing on LA County's fires and how residents should prepare ahead of an incoming storm this weekend.
'We're not moving,' homeowner near Hughes Fire says
Some homeowners in the area of the Hughes Fire near Castaic Lake are doing all they can to save their homes, taking preventative measures before heeding evacuation orders.
Castaic Fire: Homeowners race to protect home from brush fire
As the Hughes Fire in the Castaic neighborhood of Santa Clarita spreads, many homeowners are racing to protect their home in case flames continue to spread their way.
Red flag warning, fire risk to continue through the week
Red flag conditions will continue through much of the week for parts of Southern California.
Hughes Fire shuts down part of 5 Freeway near Castaic Lake
According to authorities, the I-5 NB at Parker Rd Off Ramp and I-5 NB at Lake Hughes Rd off ramp will be shut down due to the Hughes Fire.
Hughes Fire: Winds fueling fast-growing fire near Castaic Lake
An evacuation center for people displaced by the Hughes Fire has been established at Valencia High School, 27801 Dickson Drive.
Castaic Fire: Evacuation shelter at Valencia High
As the Hughes Fire continues to spread, an evacuation shelter has been established at Valencia High School. Along with nearby shelters for small and large animals.
Hughes Fire: Residents urged to heed warnings
LASD Sheriff Robert Jensen gives an update on containment efforts and the latest on evacuation orders and warnings as the Hughes Fire continues to burn near Castaic Lake.