Want to read more about the Bobcat Fire?  The following is list of popular articles shared on social media on Thursday September 17, 2020:

https://www.sgvtribune.com/2020/09/17/bobcat-fire-crosses-highway-2-prompting-evacuation-warnings-to-the-north/

https://laist.com/2020/09/16/tough_to_tell_covid_from_smoke_inhalation_symptoms_and_flu_seasons_coming.php

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-09-17/evacuation-warnings-for-antelope-valley-as-bobcat-fire-expands

https://patch.com/california/los-angeles/bobcat-fire-grows-evacuation-warning-issued-antelope-valley?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=share

https://www.univision.com/local/los-angeles-kmex/bobcat-fire-emiten-nuevas-advertencias-de-evacuacion-por-este-incendio-forestal-en-las-montanas-de-san-Gabriel

https://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2020/09/16/firefighters-making-stand-against-raging-bobcat-fire-threatening-mount-wilson-observatory/

https://abc7.com/6428568/

https://www.npr.org/2020/09/16/913649688/firefighters-battle-to-save-las-historic-mt-wilson-observatory?utm_content=buffer67933&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

https://www.avpress.com/news/bobcat-fire-nears-juniper-hills/article_3b3d80e0-f891-11ea-bf04-677827339e8d.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=user-share

https://www.pasadenastarnews.com/2020/09/16/fire-crews-cant-say-if-some-landmark-sites-have-survived-bobcat-fire-heres-what-they-know-so-far/

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/knocking-our-door-wildfire-closing-historic-california-observatory-n1240177

https://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2020/09/17/new-antelope-valley-evacuation-warnings-issued-as-bobcat-fire-still-burns-out-of-control/

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/california-wildfires/bobcat-fire-wildfires-antelope-valley-evacuations-arcadia-smoke/2429642/?_osource=db_npd_nbc_knbc_twt_shr

https://twitter.com/mercnews/status/1306570691832164354

https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2020/09/17/fire-crews-cant-say-if-some-landmark-sites-have-survived-bobcat-fire-heres-what-they-know-so-far/?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_content=tw-EastBayTimes

https://ktla.com/news/local-news/bobcat-fire-grows-to-nearly-80-square-miles-evacuation-warning-in-place-for-juniper-hills-community/

https://www.foxla.com/news/more-evacuations-issued-as-bobcat-fire-continues-to-grow

https://www.sgvtribune.com/tag/bobcat-fire/

https://www.sgvtribune.com/2020/09/10/map-shows-where-the-bobcat-fire-is-burning-in-the-san-gabriel-mountains/

https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2063943752943/here-are-some-things-not-to-do-as-the-bobcat-fire-rages?s=oldSite&ss=a2

https://www.univision.com/local/los-angeles-kmex/bobcat-fire-fuertes-vientos-empujan-en-varias-direcciones-el-incendio-que-ya-ha-consumido-mas-de-50-000-acres?1

https://abc7.com/bobcat-fire-cause-how-did-the-get-started-california-fires-los-angeles/6431152/

TODAY

Evacuation Warnings: Evacuation Warnings remain in effect for the foothill communities of Monrovia, Bradbury, Sierra Madre, Arcadia, Altadena, Duarte and Pasadena. Residents north of Foothill Blvd. and east of Santa Anita Ave. Residents of Wrightwood also remain in a warning.

A virtual Red Cross Evacuation Center has been established at Santa Anita Park, located at 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA, 91007. Residents are advised to enter through Gate 5. Additionally, an American Red Cross Temporary Evacuation Point (TEP) has been set up at Palmdale High School, located at 2137 E Avenue R, Palmdale, 93550. To reach Red Cross LA, call 1-800-675-5799.

The Bobcat Fire started on September 6th at 12:21 PM. The fire is located near the Cogswell Dam and West Fork Day Use area. The fire is burning in heavy fuels with a rapid rate of spread.

BOBCAT FIRE EVACUATION WARNING

An evacuation warning has been issued for the residents in the following areas:
 

Residents in the unincorporated community of Wrightwood.

Due to the current fire danger, all residents shall be prepared to evacuate the above listed areas for their safety, and the safety of their loved ones. By following Ready, Set Go! guidelines, residents should observe evacuation orders by quickly and safely leaving the area for designated evacuation sites, or to family or friends outside the fire area. For assistance with evacuation accommodations please call the Red Cross at (800)675-5799.

DO NOT WAIT UNTIL IT IS TOO LATE! If you have not already done so, gather your family, pets, important papers, medications, and any emergency supplies, and be prepared to evacuate the area if ordered. If your family must split up, determine a designated meeting place to account for every member.

Accommodations for 300 large animals (horses and cattle) are available at Antelope Valley Fair Grounds.

For more information please call the Fire Information line at (626) 574-5208.

Visit Ready, Set, Go! at fire.lacounty.gov/rsg/

Fire Information:

• Inciweb: inciweb.nwcg.gov and search “Bobcat”

• Angeles National Forest Facebook: @angelesnationalforest

• Angeles Twitter: @angeles_NF

• Los Angeles County Fire Department Twitter: @LACoFDPIO

BOBCAT FIRE EVACUATION ORDER

The Unified Incident Command Teams of the Angeles National Forest and the Los Angeles County Fire Department are ORDERING residents in the foothills North of the Bobcat Fire to evacuate, there continues to be rapid fire growth. Be advised this is an EVACUATION ORDER. 

EVACUATION GEOGRAPHIC DETAILS:

The following areas are under an EVACUATION ORDER:

• Juniper Hills

• Devils Punchbowl

• Paradise Springs

• Including the area East of Devils Punch Bowl Rd, South of the Big Pines Hwy, North of the Big Rock Creek, and West of Jackson Lake

Residents in these areas should quickly gather their families and pets and head to your preplanned location outside of the fire evacuation zones.  Residents must take these necessary steps to ensure your family’s safety.  Delaying evacuation will prevent fire crews from suppression activities and compromise the safety of the public and first responders. 

Right now, you should:

Review your Evacuation Plan Checklist.

1. Ensure your Emergency Supply Kit is in your vehicle.
2. Cover-up to protect against heat and flying embers. Wear long pants, long sleeve shirt, heavy shoes/boots, cap, dry bandanna for face cover, goggles or glasses. 100% cotton is preferable.
3. Locate your pets and take them with you.
4. This season is a bit different due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Remember to be Fire Safe and COVID Aware.  Ensure that you continue to take the necessary safety precautions in regard to COVID-19 when evacuating. 

Those with large animals (i.e. horses and cattle) who have not previously moved these animals, should do so immediately.  If you have not made prior arrangements, large animals may be taken to the AV Fairgrounds.

Residents who have not secured an evacuation destination may contact the Red Cross at 800-675-5799 for further assistance in finding an evacuation location.

Do not return to your home until fire officials determine it is safe. Notification that it is safe to return home will be given as soon as possible considering safety and accessibility.

Visit Ready Set Go! fire.lacounty.gov/rsg/

Fire Information:

• Inciweb: inciweb.nwcg.gov, search "bobcat"

• Angeles National Forest Facebook page: @angelesnationalforest

• Angeles Twitter Page: @angeles_NF

BOBCAT FIRE EVACUATION ORDER

The Unified Incident Command Teams of the Angeles National Forest and the Los Angeles County Fire Department are ORDERING residents in the foothills North of the Bobcat Fire to evacuate, there continues to be rapid fire growth. Be advised this is an EVACUATION ORDER. 

EVACUATION GEOGRAPHIC DETAILS:

The following areas are under an EVACUATION ORDER:

Juniper Hills

Devils Punchbowl

Residents in these areas should quickly gather their families and pets and head to your preplanned location outside of the fire evacuation zones.  Residents must take these necessary steps to ensure your family’s safety.  Delaying evacuation will prevent fire crews from suppression activities and compromise the safety of the public and first responders. 

Right now, you should:

1. Review your Evacuation Plan Checklist.
2. Ensure your Emergency Supply Kit is in your vehicle.
3. Cover-up to protect against heat and flying embers. Wear long pants, long sleeve shirt, heavy shoes/boots, cap, dry bandanna for face cover, goggles or glasses. 100% cotton is preferable.
4. Locate your pets and take them with you.
5. This season is a bit different due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Remember to be Fire Safe and COVID Aware.  Ensure that you continue to take the necessary safety precautions in regard to COVID-19 when evacuating. 

Those with large animals (i.e. horses and cattle) who have not previously moved these animals, should do so immediately.  If you have not made prior arrangements, large animals may be taken to the AV Fairgrounds.

Residents who have not secured an evacuation destination may contact the Red Cross at 800-675-5799 for further assistance in finding an evacuation location.

Do not return to your home until fire officials determine it is safe. Notification that it is safe to return home will be given as soon as possible considering safety and accessibility.

Visit Ready Set Go! fire.lacounty.gov/rsg/

Fire Information:

• Inciweb: inciweb.nwcg.gov, search "bobcat"

• Angeles National Forest Facebook page: @angelesnationalforest

• Angeles Twitter Page: @angeles_NF

la actualización diaria 

ESTADISTICAS DE INCIDENTE
Ubicación de origen: Angeles National Forest, Azusa, CA

Fecha de inicio: 6 de sept. de 2020

Tamaño: Aprox. 50,539 acres

Porcentaje contenido: 3%

Causa: bajo investigación

Recursos asignados: 1,285 empleados

HOY:

Anoche se emitió una advertencia de evacuación para los residentes de la comunidad no incorporada de Juniper Hills. La advertencia de evacuación fue para los residentes al sur de Fort Tejon Road, al este de calle 96 este y al sur de Valyermo Road al oeste de Bobs Gap Road. En el sur, alrededor de las comunidades al pie de las montañas, el enfoque será limpiar y mejorar las líneas para asegurar el fuego en esta área. Los bomberos continuarán protegiendo alrededor del Mt. Wilson y empujando las líneas hacia el norte. En la parte norte del incendio continuará el trabajo en las líneas de topadoras que se iniciaron anoche, los bomberos buscarán oportunidades adicionales para líneas de fuego indirectas y directas al norte de Angeles Crest Hwy 2. En el este se hará un esfuerzo para asegurar las líneas entre Ruta Estatal 32 y la cicatriz del fuego Ranch 2. Este es el octavo día de establecimiento de récords de sequedad de combustible y este es uno de los factores que ha estado complicando los esfuerzos de control. Esta noche, habrá otra reunión de la comunidad virtual donde los representantes del incendio proporcionarán una actualización sobre la situación del incendio Bobcat. La reunión se transmitirá a través de múltiples plataformas, incluidas las plataformas de redes sociales de nuestros colaboradores. La información sobre dónde ver la reunión de la comunidad virtual Bobcat Fire se publicará en las páginas de Twitter, Facebook y Bobcat Inciweb de Angeles National Forest, así como en nuestros colaboradores.

AYER:

Anoche, el incendio cruzó Angeles Crest Hwy 2 por su unión con la Ruta Estatal 39 y continuó avanzando hacia el norte en el área de Cooper Creek. Las topadoras trabajaron toda la noche construyendo una línea a través del límite norte del bosque para proteger las comunidades del desierto. En el sur, el fuego estaba tranquilo alrededor de las comunidades al pie de las montañas y la protección del Mt. Wilson siguió teniendo éxito.

CLIMA:

Hoy estará parcialmente nublado o muy nublado. Las temperaturas estarán en los 80 y 90 grados, con muy baja humedad. Los vientos serán generalmente del sur y suaves, pero aumentarán al final de la tarde. Habrá humedades más altas y temperaturas más bajas este fin de semana.

ALERTAS DE EVACUACION:

Órdenes de evacuación: Ayer, se emitió una orden de evacuación para las residencias dentro del área al norte de Angeles Crest North y entre Clear Creek Station y Ruta Estatal 39. Se emitió una orden de evacuación para todos los residentes al norte de Elkins Ave. y al este de Santa Anita Ave. en la ciudad de Arcadia y porciones de Sierra Madre. Se aconseja a los residentes que evacuen el área usando Santa Anita Ave. Se ha establecido un Centro de Evacuación de la Cruz Roja en el Parque Santa Anita, ubicado en 285 Oeste Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA, 91007. Se recomienda a los residentes que ingresen por la Puerta 5. Para Red Cross LA, llame 1-800-675-5799

Advertencias de evacuación: Residentes al norte de Foothill Blvd. y al este de Santa Anita Ave. permanecen bajo una advertencia de evacuación. Las advertencias de evacuación permanecen vigentes para las comunidades de Monrovia, Bradbury, Sierra Madre, Altadena, Duarte y Pasadena.

RESUMEN:

Bobcat Fire Virtual Meeting Info
 
Thursday September 17, 2020
6:30 PM

TODAY

Last night an evacuation warning was issued for the residents in the unincorporated community of Juniper Hills. The evacuation warning was for the residents south of Fort Tejon Road, east of 96th Street East and south of Valyermo Road west of Bobs Gap Road. In the south around the foothills communities the focus will be mopping up and improving the lines to secure the fire in this area. Around Mt. Wilson firefighters will continue to protect developments and push lines towards the north. In the northern portion of the fire work will continue on the dozer lines that were started last night, firefighters will be scouting for additional opportunities for both indirect and direct firelines north of Highway 2. On the east an effort will be made to secure lines between Highway 32 and the Ranch 2 Fire scar. This is the eighth day of setting records for fuel dryness and this is one of the factors that has been complicating control efforts. Tonight, there will be another virtual community meeting where fire management will provide an update on the Bobcat fire current situation. The meeting will be streamed through multiple platforms, including our cooperator’s social media platforms. Information on where to watch the Bobcat Fire virtual community meeting will be posted on the Angeles National Forest Twitter, Facebook, and Bobcat Inciweb pages as well as our cooperators.
 

Evacuation Orders: An Evacuation Order was issued for residences within the area north of Angeles Crest North and between Clear Creek Station and Hwy 39. A Red Cross Evacuation Center has been established at Santa Anita Park, located at 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA, 91007. Residents are advised to enter through Gate 5. To reach Red Cross LA, call 1-800-675-5799.

Evacuation Warnings: Residents north of Foothill Blvd. and east of Santa Anita Ave. remain under an evacuation warning. Evacuation Warnings remain in effect for the foothill communities of Monrovia, Bradbury, Sierra Madre, Arcadia, Altadena, Duarte and Pasadena.
 

The Bobcat Fire started on September 6th at 12:21 PM. The fire is located near the Cogswell Dam and West Fork Day Use area. The fire is burning in heavy fuels with a rapid rate of spread.

BOBCAT FIRE EVACUATION WARNING

An evacuation warning has been issued for the residents in the following areas:
 

Residents in the unincorporated community of Juniper Hills.

Visit Ready, Set, Go! at fire.lacounty.gov/rsg/

• Inciweb: inciweb.nwcg.gov and search “Bobcat”

TODAY

Today, evacuation orders for residents north of Elkins Ave and East of Santa Anita Ave in the communities of Arcadia and Sierra Madre were lifted. Residents were able to repopulate into these areas at 4 PM. The Bobcat Fire is 46,263 acres with 3% containment. Efforts were focused on securing the south end of the fire where crews put in direct handline from Arcadia Wilderness Park to Santa Anita Canyon Road. Additionally, strategic firing operations took place near Camp Trask where the fire is holding at the line. With decreased smoke conditions, increased temperatures, and lower relative humidity, the fire saw growth along the perimeter. The area around Mt. Wilson and the southwestern edge of the fire remains active where crews continue to protect the Mt. Wilson Observatory infrastructure. The north side of the fire in Cooper Canyon continues northward into the Pleasant View Wilderness. Aviation assets were able to drop retardant as conditions allowed to slow the growth of the fire, while ground resources made their way into look for places to start putting in line. Additionally, crews worked on fire growth near the Crystal Lake area and the West Fork where there is heavy fuel. Tomorrow another virtual community meeting where fire management will provide an update on the Bobcat fire current situation. The meeting will be streamed through multiple platforms, including our cooperator’s social media platforms. Information on where to watch the Bobcat Fire virtual community meeting will be posted on the Angeles National Forest Twitter, Facebook, and Bobcat Inciweb early tomorrow.

YESTERDAY

Yesterday firefighters were successful in keeping the fire from impacting Mt. Wilson Observatory. Fire behavior moderated at the south end of the fire overnight, this helped the crews working on strengthening control lines around the foothill communities and Mt. Wilson. Fire behavior was still active in the north and an additional focus was to try to contain the spot fires across Highway 2. 

WEATHER

Warm and dry conditions persisted across the fire through the day. Afternoon temperatures reached the 90s with low humidity. Southern winds developed at the ridgetops with upcanyon winds at lower elevations. With these conditions, the fire remained active. For tonight and Thursday, some slight cooling is expected.

EVACUATION ALERTS

Evacuation Orders: An Evacuation Order was issued for residences within the area north of Angeles Crest North and between Clear Creek Station and Hwy 39. A Red Cross Evacuation Center has been established at Santa Anita Park, located at 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA, 91007. Residents are advised to enter through Gate 5. To reach Red Cross LA, call 1-800-675-5799.

Evacuation Warnings: Residents north of Foothill Blvd. and east of Santa Anita Ave. remain under an evacuation warning. Evacuation Warnings remain in effect for the foothill communities of Monrovia, Bradbury, Sierra Madre, Arcadia, Altadena, Duarte and Pasadena.

SUMMARY:

The Bobcat Fire started on September 6th at 12:21 PM. The fire is located near the Cogswell Dam and West Fork Day Use area. The fire is burning in heavy fuels with a rapid rate of spread.