CASTAIC, Calif. (KABC) -- As several brush fires ignited across Southern California amid a scorching heat wave, another brush fire broke out near Castaic Lake Saturday afternoon, charring over 170 acres.
The blaze was reported around 4 p.m. in a remote area along Castaic Lake Drive, but it quickly grew in size. A few hours after it ignited, firefighters managed to stop forward spread of the flames.
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The fire was 50% contained as of Sunday morning after charring an additional 8 acres overnight.
The fire burned in the Angeles National Forest but Los Angeles County firefighters were assisting in the fight.
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Crews were expected to stay on scene overnight to build containment lines and stamp out any hot spots.