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A firefighting helicopter makes a water drop near Kagel Canyon on Sunday October 12, 2008 | © Jonathan Alcorn
At least two residences and three motor homes were destroyed this morning in the Marek Wildland Fire, which broke out around 2 a.m. in the rugged Angeles National Forest about 20 miles northeast of downtown LA.
More than 1,000 people have been evacuated from Lopez and Kagel Canyons and 900 firefighting personnel are on the scene and in the air, according to InciWeb.
Winds from the north are keeping the fire away from a nearby animal sanctuary and rehabilitation facility. The 160-acre Wildlife Waystation houses more than 400 animals, including lions, bears and deer.
* The fire was 20 percent contained as of 2:55 p.m.,The fire was 10 percent contained as of 10:20 a.m. however, strong Santa Ana winds were expected to pickup throughout LA County through Tuesday. The cause of the fire is under investigation.
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Recommended reading: "The Science Behind LAFD Fire Weather," LAFD Blog, 10/10/08
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I'm in Lakeview Terrace right now. Smoke is thick and the ash is raining down on us. I helped Middle Ranch evacuate some of their 400 horses this morning. In a holding pattern for the moment waiting to see where the winds shift. We may have to evacuate from here soon too with my horse and other animals.
All animals can be evacuated to Hanson Dam. Evacuated peoples can go to San Fernando High School. Fire is 5% contained right now.
Thanks for the update, Jedi. Be safe!
The smell woke me at about 4 am...