Two infants needed medical attention due to smoke inhalation as a fast-moving brush fire in Southern California spread 250 acres, officials said as of Friday evening.
The brush fire began in the San Gabriel Mountains in northern Los Angeles County near East Fork and Glendora Mountain roads after 3:00 p.m. local time, according to Angeles National Forest officials, which named the spreading blaze the Fork Fire.
Multiple families had to evacuate the area, which has several hiking trails, officials said.
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Two infants required medical attention due to being exposed to smoke during their escape, according to officials.
The condition of the children and others evacuated is not known at this time.
“Spreading is rapid, winds are light and growth potential is high,” Angeles National Forest officials said.
There is no immediate threat to buildings in the area, officials added.
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Two infants were among those injured in the rapidly spreading Fork Fire that has been raging in the Angeles National Forest in Southern California. The fire, which broke out on Tuesday afternoon, has already burned through thousands of acres of land and forced evacuations in the surrounding areas.
The two infants, who were not identified, were reportedly injured when their family’s home was engulfed in flames. They were quickly rescued by firefighters and airlifted to a nearby hospital for treatment. Their current condition is unknown, but the severity of their injuries is said to be significant.
The Fork Fire, which is being fueled by strong winds and dry conditions, has proven to be a challenging blaze for firefighters to contain. As of now, the fire is only 10% contained and continues to spread rapidly, threatening more homes and structures in its path.
Evacuation orders have been issued for several communities in the area, including Juniper Hills and Devil’s Punchbowl. Residents are being urged to leave their homes immediately and seek shelter in designated evacuation centers.
Fire officials are working tirelessly to battle the blaze, using air tankers, helicopters, and ground crews to try and contain the fire. However, the unpredictable nature of wildfires makes it difficult to predict how the Fork Fire will progress in the coming days.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation, but authorities suspect that it may have been sparked by human activity. With fire season in full swing in California, it is crucial for residents to remain vigilant and take precautions to prevent wildfires from starting.
As the Fork Fire continues to burn out of control, our thoughts are with the two infants and all those affected by this devastating blaze. We can only hope for a swift containment of the fire and for the safety of all those involved.
