Evacuation orders, warnings in place as Summit Fire grows to more than 2,600 acres
Firefighters launched a massive air and ground attack on the fast-moving Summit Fire as evacuation orders and warnings were issued.
Firefighters launched a massive air and ground attack on the fast-moving Summit Fire as evacuation orders and warnings were issued.
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Firefighters launched a massive air and ground attack on the fast-moving Summit Fire as evacuation orders and warnings were issued.
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The fast-moving Summit Fire has scorched over 1,600 acres near the LA-San Bernardino County line, triggering mandatory evacuations as structures are threatened.
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The Summit Fire is burning in a part of the Antelope Valley that is dotted with Joshua trees and other desert plants.(CalFire)This is a developing story. LAist staffers are monitoring the fire but are not regularly updating this page Friday evening. Expect an update Saturday. For the most up-to-d...
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