Archive · 9 Aug 2025
Canyon Fire Expands Near Castaic, Evacuations Ordered
A fire called the Canyon Fire started near Lake Piru and quickly grew, getting close to Magic Mountain.
The fire has burned a large area.
People in Val Verde had to leave their homes, and others nearby were warned.
Firefighters are working hard to put out the fire.
Because of the fire, the air is unhealthy to breathe.
The cause of the fire is still unknown.
The Canyon Fire near Lake Piru rapidly expanded, threatening areas near Castaic and Magic Mountain.
The fire has burned over 5,000 acres in Ventura and Los Angeles counties.
Evacuation orders were issued for Val Verde, with warnings for surrounding areas.
Air quality has significantly decreased, prompting an Air Quality Alert.
Fire crews from Ventura and Los Angeles counties are battling the blaze.
- Who
- Fire crews from Ventura and Los Angeles counties, and Angeles National Forest personnel.
- What
- A fast-moving wildfire.
- When
- Erupted shortly after 2 p.m. on Thursday, August 7, 2025.
- Where
- Near Lake Piru in Ventura County, spreading toward Castaic and Magic Mountain.
- Why
- Unknown.
- Fire Name
- Canyon Fire
- Location
- Near Lake Piru, Ventura County
- Estimated Burned Area
- Over 5,000 acres
- Containment
- 25%
- Evacuation Orders
- Val Verde
- Air Quality
- Unhealthy levels, Air Quality Alert issued
- Temperature
- Exceeding 100°F
