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Crews make progress on brush fire that broke out on Burbank hillside near homes
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· August 9, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Further information about the situation can be found through local news sources, including ABC7 Los Angeles.
A brush fire is burning on a hillside in Burbank, prompting a response from fire crews. The fire's location above the city has led to concerns about nearby businesses, resulting in evacuation orders for some of them. Details about the fire and evacuation orders are limited, but it is known that fire crews are actively working to battle the blaze.
Further information about the situation can be found through local news sources, including ABC7 Los Angeles . For the most up-to-date information on the brush fire in Burbank, readers can consult the original report from ABC7 Los Angeles.
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Category: safety Published: August 9, 2026 Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) Reading time: 1 min
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