A wildfire, dubbed the ‘Bert Fire,’ erupted in Valencia, Santa Clarita, California, on Tuesday afternoon. The blaze, located in the 29000 block of The Old Road, has grown rapidly, now encompassing 40 acres, according to Watch Duty.
Evacuations are currently underway in nearby Castaic as firefighters combat the fast-moving Bert Fire, which ignited near The Old Road and Biscailuz Drive around 2 PM. The wildfire poses a threat to nearby structures and is advancing uphill in rugged terrain.
Here’s a video of the Bert Fire shared on X:
Fire just broke out on the 5 in Castic, Santa Clarita area.@KTLA @KTLAMorningNews @NBCLA pic.twitter.com/GDd15WVd7N
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Firefighters are diligently working to contain the flames, utilizing aerial support to assist ground crews. Local authorities have advised residents to stay updated through official channels as the situation unfolds.
The fire is situated near Hancock Parkway by Castaic Creek, just off The Old Road in Valencia. A map of the fire can be viewed on Watch Duty.
Drivers on The Old Road and nearby routes have shared videos on social media, showing massive plumes of black smoke rising from the area, visible from a distance.
Residents are urged to avoid the vicinity while the Los Angeles County Fire Department mounts a significant response, both aerially and on the ground. It remains unclear whether any structures have sustained damage.
