A fire that advances without control in the northwest of Los Angeles has forced the eviction of more than 10,000 people while emergency services work against the clock this Wednesday to contain the rapid expansion of the flames.
The known Mountain Fire originated last Wednesday morning in the Somis area and in a matter of hours devastated more than 4,000 hectares and destroyed numerous communities in Ventura County, adjacent to Los Angelesindicated the California State Fire Service CAL FIRE in its latest bulletin.
“The fire is still active in the northeast part of the firemoving downhill toward the Santa Clara River. “Red flag conditions (strong winds, low humidity) are expected to continue through this Friday in most areas,” the letter stated.
The state governor, Gavin Newsom, reported in a statement that the rapid advance of the flames forced the evacuation of more than 10,000 people and threatened 3,500 homes, structures and businesses. “This is a fire dangerous which is spreading rapidly and threatening lives. State resources have been mobilized to protect communities,” the letter added.
For now The causes that may have caused the flames are unknown.which are still active and advancing without control, pushed by the strong winds coming from southern California. However, the National Weather Service predicted that winds “will decrease more rapidly in the afternoon,” which could help prevent further expansion of the fire.