On Wednesday morning, the 75-acre Woodley Fire broke out in the San Fernando Valley, close to the Sepulveda Basin.
Strong winds are fueling the flames, which is blazing close to the 101 and 405 freeways. Crossing Burbank Boulevard could be dangerous due to the flames, according to Cal Fire. Workers are attempting to protect surrounding structures and keep the fire under control.
Whether any structures have been damaged is unknown.
Thousands of evacuation orders and warnings have been issued due to the several brush fires that have swept over Southern California in the last day. Hot patches are spreading as a result of embers being blown by the powerful Santa Ana winds.
In the Pacific Palisades region, the Palisades Fire has destroyed more than 2,900 acres. Only emergency personnel can now access a few of the area’s restricted roadways.
The Eaton Fire swiftly expanded in magnitude after exploding in the Pasadena and Altadena region. The fire had burned 2,227 acres as of Wednesday morning. People who are under evacuation orders are instructed to evacuate their homes right away.
The Hurst Fire, a third fire, swept through the Sylmar region.
Governor Gavin Newsom of California issued a state of emergency for all of the fires on Tuesday night.
For more information on this evolving story, return soon.
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