Firefighters work to contain Franklin Fire as weather cools

By Julia Gomez
USA Today
December 15, 2024
Category: Forest Fires
Region: United States, US West

MALIBU, California — The Malibu wildfire continues to threaten over 1,000 structures as firefighters work to gain control of it, officials said. The wildfire, known as the Franklin Fire, has destroyed 19 structures and damaged 27. It threatens 1,025 structures Sunday as 4,037 acres are set ablaze in Malibu, California, located around 29 miles west of Los Angeles, according to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (Cal Fire.) The fire had threatened over 4,300 structures Saturday. Firefighters have progressed in containing the fire, as cooler temperatures and higher humidity levels have assisted them in their efforts. As of Sunday morning, firefighters have contained 42% of the wildfire, according to Cal Fire. Evacuation orders have been lifted in some areas, and people were able to return to their homes.

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