Mandatory evacuation orders were issued Wednesday due to the Hughes Fire burning near Castaic Lake, north of Santa Clarita.

Just after 1 p.m., Cal Fire said the fire was at more than 5,000 acres. Evacuation orders were issued for some areas.

Firefighters made progress on the more than 10,000-acre Hughes Fire Friday, which sent thousands fleeing after sparking near ...

Evacuation orders were issued for some areas. Students from Northlake Hills Elementary School were evacuated to the Castaic Aquatic Center. Nearby roads and freeway ramps were closed. At least six ...

Evacuation orders were issued for some areas. Students from Northlake Hills Elementary School were evacuated to the Castaic Aquatic Center. At least six water-dropping aircraft, including at least ...

Thousands of residents in the Castaic area were forced to flee their homes as the Hughes Fire quickly grew in size Wednesday, ...