Wildfire near Malibu forces 18,000 evacuations, spreads across 2,200 acres.

A wildfire named the Franklin Fire erupted near Malibu, California, on December 9, 2024, spreading across 2,200 acres and forcing the evacuation of 18,000 people. The fire, fueled by Santa Ana winds, prompted a shelter-in-place order at Pepperdine University and led to school closures in the area. Over 700 firefighters are battling the blaze, which remains 0% contained. No injuries have been reported, but a minimal number of homes were destroyed. Governor Gavin Newsom secured a FEMA grant to aid in the response.

December 10, 2024
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