Brush fire in Azusa grows to 25 acres, prompts closure of Highway 39

A brush fire erupted in Azusa, growing to about 25 acres and prompting the closure of Highway 39, officials say.
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A brush fire erupted in Azusa, growing to about 25 acres and prompting the closure of Highway 39, officials say.
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