Dec 10, 2024, 4:24 PM GMT
'Minimal number of homes' destroyed in Malibu fire
A "minimal number of homes" were destroyed in the fire, but an exact number was not available, fire officials said during a press conference Tuesday.
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Franklin Fire in Malibu grows to 4,000+ acres with 30% containment after homes destroyed
Flames burned near Pepperdine University and forced thousands in the coastal city to evacuate.
Last updated: Friday, December 13, 2024 7:46AM GMT
MALIBU, Calif. (KABC) -- Firefighters are battling a wind-driven brush fire in Malibu that prompted evacuation orders and warnings for much of the city and caused Pepperdine University students to shelter in place on campus for two nights.
The Franklin Fire was reported just before 11 p.m. Monday in the area of Malibu Canyon Road north of Pacific Coast Highway. The blaze has since grown to 4,037 acres and containment stands at 30%.
At least nine structures were reported destroyed and another six damaged as of Wednesday evening. The cause of the fire is unknown.
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Dec 12, 2024, 5:52 AM
Franklin Fire map shows perimeter, evacuation areas
A real-time map provided by fire officials showed the perimeter and evacuation areas of the massive Franklin Fire.
The map on the Los Angeles County Fire Department website reflected the mandatory evacuation order that covered the area east of Malibu Canyon Road and south of Piuma Road, as well as the Serra Retreat area.
Dec 12, 2024, 10:20 PM
Malibu fire evacuations, road closures
Fire officials said the voluntary evacuation order area encompassed about 6,000 people and more than 2,000 structures. The evacuation warning area covered 12,500 people and more than 6,000 structures.
Voluntary mandatory evacuations
- South of Piuma Road, north of the Pacific Ocean coastline, east of Puerco Canyon Road/Corral Canyon Park, west of Los Flores Canyon Road
- Between the Pacific Ocean coastline and Tuna Canyon Park to the west of Tuna Canyon Road
Evacuation warnings
- East of Trancas Canyon Road and Kanan Dune Road, west of Topanga Canyon Blvd/Surfview Drive, south of Mulholland Highway, north of Evacuation Order boundary. Includes Topanga Zone 8 and 10
MAP: Franklin Fire in Malibu evacuations
Road closures
Soft closures: Open only to residents with identification
- Topanga Canyon Road to Pacific Coast Highway
- Old Topanga Canyon Road at Mulholland Highway to Topanga Canyon
Hard closures:
- Tuna Canyon at Pacific Coast Highway
- Kanan at Pacific Coast Highway
- Saddle Peak at Tuna Canyon
- Stunt Road at Mulholland Highway
- Cold Canyon at Piuma Road
- Piuma Road at Malibu Canyon all the way to Pacific Coast Highway
Related story: Malibu fire road closures
Evacuation centers
- Calabasas Community Center at 27040 Malibu Hills Rd.
- Santa Monica Unified School District Facility at 2802 4th St.
- Large animals: Pierce College: 6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills, CA 91367; and Agoura Animal Care Center in Agoura
Dec 10, 2024, 4:04 PM GMT
Pepperdine shelter-in-place order lifted
The shelter-in-place order at Pepperdine University has been lifted, according to the school.
"Campus conditions are safe for members of the community to return to student residences and on-campus homes," said the school in a statement. "The community is strongly encouraged to remain on campus and stay off Malibu roads as first responders continue to respond to the Franklin fire, which continues to threaten Malibu. Additionally, be aware of ongoing fire suppression efforts on campus, and limit driving on campus to allow first responders easy access to spot fires which continue to flare up around campus."
Pepperdine said power remains out for much of the campus and the Malibu area so officials are asking people to avoid using elevators.
The red flag warning continues and if conditions worsen, Pepperdine said it may have to reinstitute the shelter-in-place order.
Dec 12, 2024, 5:52 AM GMT
Franklin Fire map shows perimeter, evacuation areas
A real-time map provided by fire officials showed the perimeter and evacuation areas of the massive Franklin Fire.
The map on the Los Angeles County Fire Department website reflected the mandatory evacuation order that covered the area east of Malibu Canyon Road and south of Piuma Road, as well as the Serra Retreat area.
Dec 10, 2024, 3:40 PM GMT
California secures federal assistance to help fire response efforts
Gov. Gavin Newsom announced that California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to help with resources for the fire.
"Fire officials and first responders are working relentlessly to protect lives and property from the Franklin Fire," said Newsom in a statement. "California is grateful for this federal support, which bolsters these efforts. I urge all residents in affected areas to stay alert and follow evacuation orders."
