Massive Evacuations in Malibu as Franklin Fire Rages Near Pepperdine
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A rapidly spreading wildfire, named the Franklin fire, has prompted mandatory evacuations in Malibu, affecting about 6,000 residents and 2,000 structures. The fire, fueled by strong Santa Ana winds, has grown to over 1,600 acres with no containment. Pepperdine University issued a shelter-in-place order for its campus, while firefighters from multiple counties are battling the blaze. The National Weather Service has issued a red flag warning due to the dangerous conditions, with winds expected to peak around sunrise.
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- Evacuations ordered as Franklin Fire threatens structures in Malibu and prompts ‘shelter-in-place’ at Pepperdine University CNN
- Wildfire spreads near Malibu amid strong Santa Ana winds, red flag warning ABC7 Los Angeles
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