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Azusa Brush Fire Rages Amidst Red Flag Warning
16 Oct
Summary
- A 15-acre brush fire, named the Peak Fire, is burning in Azusa.
- Evacuation orders are in effect for a specific zone in Azusa.
- The fire is exacerbated by a Red Flag Warning and expected Santa Ana winds.
Los Angeles County Fire Department crews are currently engaged in efforts to control a significant brush fire in Azusa, identified as the Peak Fire. The blaze has consumed approximately 15 acres and was first reported around 1:09 p.m. near N. San Gabriel Canyon Road and N. Ranch Road.
Water-dropping aircraft are actively assisting on the scene, while ground crews are coordinating with residents in adjacent neighborhoods to implement necessary evacuations. An evacuation order has been specifically issued for zone AZU-MCO1.
The emergence of this fire coincides with a critical Red Flag Warning issued for Southern California. Forecasters anticipate that a moderate to strong Santa Ana wind event will heighten fire danger conditions throughout Saturday.
