Canyon Fire: 4,800+ Acres Burned with 0% Containment in Ventura and LA Counties

Canyon Fire Update

• 🔥 The Canyon Fire is actively burning over 4,800 acres along the Ventura and LA County border.
• ⚠️ Firefighters are facing difficult conditions, including steep terrain and hot weather, with 0% containment reported.
• 📍 Evacuation orders are in place for thousands of residents in both Ventura and LA Counties.

Firefighting Efforts and Conditions

• 🚒 Over 400 personnel are battling the blaze, utilizing fixed-wing planes and helicopters.
• 💨 The fire was reported just after 1:30 PM yesterday near Holzer Canyon, north of Piru, and has been moving very quickly.
• 🌡️ Difficult conditions include steep terrain and hot weather, with warm temperatures expected to continue.

Evacuation Information and Resources

• 🚗 Evacuation orders are in effect for areas in both Ventura and LA Counties.
• 🗺️ Residents can find the latest information on evacuation orders and warnings via ABCEmergency.com for Ventura County and LACounty.gov for LA County.
• 🏛️ LA County Supervisor Kathryn Barger issued a local emergency proclamation to ensure resources are available.
• 🏫 An evacuation shelter has been set up at the College of the Canyons in Valencia.
• 🐎 Large animals can be evacuated to Pierce College in Woodland Hills.

Impact and Ongoing Concerns

• 🏠 Efforts are underway to determine if any structures or homes were damaged or destroyed.
• 🤕 As of last night, there are no reports of any injuries related to the fire.
• 🚧 CHP has blocked off roads, including Canyon Road and Del Via Road, due to the fire's proximity.