The Hughes Fire near Castaic, in northern Los Angeles County, has prompted evacuation orders for thousands of residents as fire crews battle the out-of-control blaze. As of 5 p.m., the fire had burned over 9,000 acres and was 0% contained, according to Los Angeles County Fire Department Chief Anthony Marrone. Fortunately, no structures have been reported damaged or destroyed so far.
The unincorporated community of Castaic, located about 15 miles northwest of Santa Clarita, is under threat as the fire borders the Angeles National Forest. Approximately 31,000 residents are under evacuation orders, with an additional 23,000 under evacuation warnings, as confirmed by Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna.
