Hughes Fire in Castaic expands to 5,000 acres – NBC Los Angeles

What to Know

• The Hughes Fire started at about 10:30 a.m. in Castaic north of Los Angeles.
• Evacuations were ordered in the area near Lake Hughes Road off the 5 Freeway.
• A red flag warning was in effect for parts of Los Angeles County, indicating high fire danger.
• The fire in critically dry brush expanded to about 3,400 in two hours before growing to more than 5,000 early Wednesday afternoon.
• Water-dropping aircraft were deployed ahead of strong winds expected in the afternoon.
• The fire is one of three major fires burning in Los Angeles County.
• Parts of the 5 Freeway north of Los Angeles were closed due to the Hughes Fire.