Published Saturday, August 08, 2026 at 10:19 PM PT

Burbank · Saturday, August 8, 2026 · 10:19 PM · 76°F, 67% humidity, wind 0 mph E (gusts 1), 29.33 inHg, UV 0, PM2.5 13

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Active brush fires are burning across the LA County foothills tonight. Get clear of these areas immediately if under evacuation orders.

Burbank — Wildwood Canyon Fire: A brush fire is burning in Wildwood Canyon near Burbank. Exact acreage and evacuation zone details are still being confirmed by fire dispatch, but residents in the immediate canyon area and upper foothill neighborhoods should monitor alerts from Burbank Fire and stay ready to evacuate if ordered. Wildwood Canyon sits north of the Magnolia Park area and above Olive Avenue — if you’re nearby, know your exit routes and keep a go-bag ready.

Santa Clarita — Active Evacuation Orders: A separate brush fire is burning in the Santa Clarita area with evacuation orders already issued. This is a developing situation. If you are under an evacuation order in Santa Clarita, leave now — do not wait. Check with Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LACSD) and Santa Clarita’s emergency alert system for specific zones and shelter locations. The 5 Freeway corridor and local canyon roads may be affected; allow extra time if you need to leave the area.

What to do right now: Monitor your phone for LA County Emergency Alert System messages and Burbank/Santa Clarita city alerts. If you live in either affected area, assume evacuation could happen quickly — have important documents, medications, and irreplaceables in one bag. Close windows and doors, set air conditioning to recirculate (not outside air). Don’t assume you have time; if ordered to evacuate, go immediately. Traffic will be heavy.

Fire resources are en route. Real-time updates are available through the LA County Sheriff’s Department, Burbank Police and Fire Department, and Santa Clarita’s emergency services. More details will follow as this situation develops.

This isn’t a drill. Take it seriously.