The Summit Fire, which ignited in the Antelope Valley on Friday afternoon, has quickly escalated, burning over 1,600 acres by Friday evening. The blaze, located near the Los Angeles County and San Bernardino County line, poses a significant threat to structures and has prompted multiple evacuation orders.
The fire, first reported at 12:49 p.m. is moving south toward the foothills below Wrightwood. Smoke from the fire is visible from around Los Angeles and weather conditions with warm temperatures and gusty winds are expected to persist.
The Summit Fire: Current Situation and Evacuation Orders
The Summit Fire has prompted evacuation orders for areas south of State Road 138 and north of Big Pines Highway between Largo Vista Road and the western border of Piñon Hills. Evacuation warnings are in effect for areas south of Big Pines Highway and north of Antelope Valley Highway including the popular Mountain High Resort.
An evacuation shelter has been opened at the Antelope Valley Family YMCA in Lancaster and small pets are allowed. Small animals can also be taken to the Los Angeles County Animal Care Center in Palmdale.
Firefighting Efforts and Resources
L.A. County and Angeles National Forest fire crews are actively working to contain the blaze. Several aircraft, including military C-130 Modular Airborne FireFighting System (MAFFS) airtankers, are involved in the firefighting efforts. As of Friday evening, the fire was 0% contained.
The U.S. Forest Service has activated an Aerial Quick Strike of military airtankers to support the firefighting operations, adding surge capacity to ongoing wildfire suppression efforts.
Safety Tips and Resources
Residents are urged to monitor the latest updates and follow evacuation orders promptly. The South Coast Air Quality Management District provides air quality updates, and the San Bernardino County Fire Protection District offers wildfire updates.
For those affected by the fire, resources are available to help with evacuation, recovery, and air quality management. The Los Angeles County Fire Department and CalFire are leading the response efforts, with support from various agencies.
Stay informed and prepared by following official updates and heeding the advice of local authorities. The safety of residents and effective firefighting efforts are the top priorities in managing the Summit Fire.
