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Strong Winds Expected Tonight As Post Fire Expands In Gorman, While Containment Increases For Hesperia Fire
A timelapse camera from AlertCalifornia shows the quickly growing fire near Gorman.
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Firefighters are battling two fast-moving wildfires in Los Angeles, Ventura and San Bernardino counties that started Saturday and grew overnight, as gusty winds and hot, dry weather conditions this weekend launch the Southland into wildfire season.
Meanwhile, a small brush fire burned for a brief period of time in the Hollywood Hills near HWY 101 at Pilgrimage Bridge on Sunday before it was knocked down by firefighters. No structure was threatened.
Post Fire in Gorman
The Post Fire in Gorman has grown to over 14,600 acres in size, including about 2,000 acres in Ventura County, as of Sunday afternoon. According to fire officials, about 400 personnel are deployed to fight the expanding blaze. The fire is 2% contained.
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Weather forecasts from the National Weather Service anticipate wind gusts of 45-55 mph today, increasing to 60-70 mph tonight, across the burning areas.
#PostFire
— Angeles National Forest (@Angeles_NF) June 16, 2024
Afternoon Update:
The fire is now at 12,265 acres with 2% containment. Firefighters are actively engaged as the fire continues to move southeast of Pyramid Lake.
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The fire was first reported on Saturday at around 1:45 p.m. at Ralph's Ranch and Gorman School roads near the 5 Freeway.
According to fire officials, 1,200 people have been evacuated from Hungry Valley Park. Pyramid Lake is closed.
Evacuation orders have been issued by the Los Angeles County Fire Department (see map)
- Areas west of Interstate 5 between Pyramid Lake and Gorman. This includes the Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area.
- Pyramid Lake Recreation Area, including Pyramid Lake, South Dam Hiking Trail, Frenchman Flats, and the North Boater Parking Lot.
Two structures have been damaged. There's no reported injury or death.
For the latest information straight from local emergency officials, check the following websites and social media accounts:
The basics
- Acreage: over 14,600 acres
- Containment: 2%
- Structures destroyed: None
- Structures damaged: 2
- Deaths: None
- Injuries: None
Evacuations
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Evacuation orders have been issued for the following communities:
- The Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area, Pyramid Lake, Gorman Post Road and surrounding areas.
A warning is in place for:
- Areas south of Pyramid Lake between Old Ridge Route and the LA County line, including Paradise Ranch Estates.
Anyone under an evacuation warning should be prepared to leave.
Hesperia Fire in Hesperia
The Hesperia Fire in San Bernardino County has grown to over 1,100 acres in size. The fire is 20% contained.
The fire was fire reported on Saturday at 6 p.m., in the area of HWY 173 and Arrowhead Lake Road.
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Fire officials say fire crews are working to strengthen control lines and control hot spots.
Evacuations
- An evacuation warning has been issued for Arrowhead Equestrian Estates.
Anyone under an evacuation warning should be prepared to leave.
Road closures
- State Route 173 road closure is in place from the SR 138 junction to Lake Arrowhead Road.
Latest information
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Air quality
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How we're reporting this story
This is a developing story. We fact check everything and rely only on information from credible sources (think fire, police, government officials and reporters on the ground). Sometimes, however, we make mistakes and/or initial reports turn out to be wrong. In all cases, we strive to bring you the most accurate information in real time and will update this story as new information becomes available.
Fire resources
- Every Day Is Fire Season. Here's How Angelenos Can Prepare Right Now
- How To Find Out About Fire Evacuations In Your Area
- How To Keep Yourself Safe From Wildfire Smoke
- The Air Is Brown — Should I Wear A Mask?
- This Is Why Fire Officials Don't Want You To Stay And Defend Your Home
- What Does 'Containment' Of A Fire Mean, Exactly?
- What Does A 'Red Flag Warning' Mean, Exactly?
- What To Do — And Not Do — When You Get Home After A Wildfire
- How To Avoid Getting Towed During LA's Red Flag Parking Restrictions
- If You Want To Help Fire Victims, Resist The Urge To Volunteer
Updated June 17, 2024 at 7:29 AM PDT
This story originally published at 6:30 a.m. on Sunday, June 16 and was updated throughout the day.
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