Another large wildfire, the Hughes fire, has erupted near Castaic Lake, north of Los Angeles, spreading rapidly over 9,400 acres amid dangerous winds. Mandatory evacuations were issued for 31,000 residents as the flames threaten homes, schools, and a major jail complex. Fire crews are working tirelessly to contain the new blaze while officials prepare for potential rain, which could trigger mudslides in burned areas. With red flag warnings in effect, Southern California faces continued critical fire risks as this latest wildfire intensifies the region’s challenges.
The Hughes fire, burning near Castaic Lake north of Santa Clarita, exploded to more than 9,000 acres of mostly brush in just a few hours, with no containment. More than 50,000 people were under evacuation orders and warnings.
Evacuation orders have been issued for more residents as a large, fast-moving wildfire spreads north of Los Angeles. Dry southern California is once again facing dangerous winds ahead of possible rain this weekend. The Hughes Fire ignited on Wednesday morning, rapidly burning through 9,400 acres (3,760 hectares). It has created a massive plume of dark smoke near Castaic Lake, located about 40 miles (64 km) from the Eaton and Palisades wildfires, which have been burning for the third consecutive week.
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