A wildfire recently erupted in Los Angeles County on Wednesday, prompting evacuation orders from California officials.
The Hughes Fire, first reported on Wednesday morning, is situated in the unincorporated community of Castaic in northwestern Los Angeles County. By noon local time, the blaze had consumed more than 3,400 acres and was still at 0% containment.
Aerials show smoke billowing near Castaic Lake, a reservoir in the Sierra Pelona Mountains.
The new fire comes amid a deadly wildfire season in the Golden State, as firefighters have battled destructive Southern California blazes for weeks.
The Pacific Palisades fire, which began on Jan. 7, is still burning and has claimed at least 11 lives and over 6,500 structures.
Residents in four regions near the Hughes Fire are urged to leave immediately, Cal Fire says. (KTTV)
Residents in the neighboring areas, specifically those near Charlie Canyon and Sloan Canyon, have been advised to prepare for potential evacuation, although no mandatory orders have been issued. This precaution also extends to locals residing close to Green Hill Drive and Bitter Canyon.
Residents are encouraged to visit the CAL FIRE website to determine whether they need to evacuate.
The Hughes Fire comes in the midst of a destructive wildfire season in California. (KTTV)
The Los Angeles County Fire Department is actively battling the fire.
Fox News Digital’s Sophia Compton contributed to this report.
