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Location: Lake Hughes Road, Castaic 

Start Date: January 24, 2025 

Acres Burned: 10,425

Containment: 79%

Personnel: 1,725

Cause: Under Investigation 

Incident Website: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/caanf-hughes-fire 

Incident Information Line 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.: 

• Public Line: (626) 662-0120
• Media Line: (323) 881-2450

Current Situation: Firefighters charged forward and improved the control lines in addition to tactically patrolling neighborhoods to steadfastly protect structures and residents.

Shifting winds meant firefighters had to remain vigilant against the potential spread of the fire in any direction. Bravely facing these challenging conditions, resolute firefighters increased the fire’s containment to 79%. Night crews will continue the charge, working to keep the fire within its current perimeter and preparing for potential hazards such as localized flooding and debris flows due to rain.

The Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department exited unified command as their vital role in keeping the community safe was relieved when evacuation orders were lifted allowing all residents to return to their homes. In light of the astonishing speed in which repopulating occurred, the Red Cross has closed their evacuation center for this fire.

Pending unforeseen changes, this will be the final evening update for the Hughes Fire. In addition, the phone lines will now be open from 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Evacuation Map: For the most up-to-date Evacuation information visit Protect Genasys using the link: https://protect.genasys.com/hazards/994072d2-e154-434a-bb95-6f6c94c40829?z=14&latlon=34.55793522131029%2C-118.58305932960019

Road Closures:

• https://pw.lacounty.gov/roadclosures/ 
• https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ 

Forest Closure:  

The entire Angeles National Forest is temporarily closed through Friday, January 31, 2025, at 12:00 midnight (end of day) for public safety and the protection of natural resources. 

• To read Forest Order No. 05-01-25-04, click here. 
• The temporary closure of the forest is tied to critical fire danger. Visit the Angeles National Forest fire restrictions webpage for more information. 

Fire Information: 

InciWeb Website: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/caanf-hughes-fire

Los Angeles County Fire Department: https://fire.lacounty.gov/