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L.A. County Fire, Tuesday 7 p.m.:

Acres Burned: 37,701 acres

Containment: 25 percent

Date/Time Incident Reported: July 22nd at 2:11 p.m.

Last Update: 7 PM 07/26

Total Personnel:2,982 firefighters

 

 

 

sandfire072616U.S. Forest Service, Tuesday 2:42 p.m.

Recent drone activity has occurred over the fire in the Pacoima Reservoir Area. Sheriff Deputies are actively attempting to locate and stop this intrusion. When drones interfere with firefighting efforts, a wildfire has the potential to grow larger and cause more damage. On the Sand Fire­­, an FAA Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR)is in effect and any private aircraft or drone that violates the TFR could face serious criminal charges. Even without a TFR, anyone who hampers firefighting efforts could face charges­­­. For more information on drones the public can visit the FAA’s website atwww.KnowBeforeYouFly.org. “If you fly, we can’t!­”

Yesterday, ALL residents in ALL evacuated areas will be allowed to return home, with the EXCEPTION of those located on Placerita Canyon Road from Running Horse Lane to Pacy Street, Little Tujunga Canyon Road from the Wildlife Way Station to Sand Canyon Road & Placerita Canyon Road and Aqua Dulce Canyon Road from 1/4 mile south of the 14 Freeway to Soledad Canyon Road and Soledad Canyon Road 1 mile from Aqua Dulce Road in both directions. These three areas will remain closed. Large animals will be able to return as well. Please be aware of potential hazards on your return.

Los Angeles County Fire Information Center (323) 881-2413 is open 7:00 a.m. until 11:00 p.m

Angeles National FOrest Fire Information Center (626) 574-5208 is open 7:00 a.m. until 10:00 p.m.

The areas to be re-populated will be open to RESIDENTS ONLY. All residents entering the area will need to provide identification.

We recognize that there will be many trying to return home at the same time. We thank you in advance for your patience. If you do not need to return home immediately after this re-population begins, we encourage you to avoid longer delays by waiting until later in the evening.

Thank you for cooperating with our evacuations; public safety is always our priority.

The Sand Fire is approximately 37,473 acres and 25% contained. United States Forest Service, Los Angeles County Fire and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office are in “Unified Command.” Evacuations are in place. 3048 firefighters are engaged in initial attack. Resources include 335 engines, 58 hand crews, 18 water tenders, 26 helicopters and 20 dozers. The Incident Command Post is located at Golden Valley High School.

AIR QUALITY:
South Coast AQMD issued a Smoke Advisory effective today until midnight tomorrow based on unhealthy air quality conditions as a result of the Sand Fire. Smoke is moving toward the south east and multiple areas near the San Fernando and San Gabriel Valleys will be directly impacted. You can find a list of the areas on the AQMD website or follow them onTwitter

The Sand Fire is approximately 37,473 acres and 25% contained. United States Forest Service, Los Angeles County Fire and Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Office are in “Unified Command.” Evacuations are in place. 3,048 firefighters are engaged on the Sand Fire, resources include 335 engines, 58 hand crews, 26 helicopters, 20 dozers and 18 water tenders. The Incident Command Post is located at Golden Valley High School.

The Sand Fire is in Unified Command with United States Forest Service, Los Angeles County Fire Department and Los Angeles Sheriff’s Department

 

Basic Information

Current as of 7/26/2016, 6:21:34 AM
Incident Type Wildfire
Cause Under Investigation
Date of Origin Friday July 22nd, 2016 approx. 02:15 PM
Location Northbound Hwy 14/Sand Canyon
Incident Commander So Cal Team 3 Chief Michael Wakoski,
Incident Description Wildfire

Current Situation

Total Personnel 3,048
Size 37,473 Acres
Percent of Perimeter Contained 25%
Fuels Involved Chaparral/Brush

Current Weather

Weather Concerns Red Flag Warning, High Temperatures, low humidity, high winds

 

 

user33433-1469551559-media1L.A. County Fire Department, Tuesday 9 a.m.:

Last night the fire was active as night-shift crews constructed handling near Placerita Road on the northwest side. An infrared flight revealed that the north side is the hottest and most active, however heat is scattered within the fire. Today, structure-defense firefighters will continue to work in affected communities. Crews around the fire’s perimeter will construct direct hand-line, dozer line, and contingency line; improve and hold existing line; and mop up contained line. Aircraft operations continue, including dropping water and retardant as needed to assist firefighters on the ground. During the evening a tactical fire operation was performed to help burn out unburned fuels. This helps crews to access more of the burn area to continue to construct line around the fire.

Soft Road Closures:

* Princessa & Lost Canyon Road

* Canyon Park Blvd & Lost Canyon Road

* Sand Canyon Road & Lost Canyon Road

* Escondido & 14 Freeway

* Crown Valley Road & 14 Freeway

* North end of Crown Valley Road & Soledad Canyon Road

 

 

Location: Initial fire reported location: NB 14 FWY at Sand Canyon, Santa Clarita

Administrative Agency: Unified Command:  LACoFD, ANF, and LASD

Acres Burned: 37,473 acres

Containment: 25 percent

Date/Time Incident Reported: July 22nd at 2:11 p.m.

Last Update: 9 AM 07/26

Total Personnel: 3,048 firefighters

Evacuation Center:

EVACUATION CENTERS (Remain open at this time)

William S Hart HS: 24825 Newhall Ave, Santa Clarita 

Pierce College at 6201 Winnetka Ave, Woodland Hills.

Antelope Valley Fairgrounds is now open to accept large animals.

Hansen Dam has reached capacity of large animals.

Community Message

Residents can now call 626-574-5208 or LA County 2-1-1 to get Sand Fire updates throughout the day.

Evacuations Update: 

Yesterday, ALL residents in ALL evacuated areas will be allowed to return home, with the EXCEPTION of those located on Placerita Canyon Road from Running Horse Lane to Pacy Street, Little Tujunga Canyon Road from the Wildlife Way Station to Sand Canyon Road & Placerita Canyon Road and Aqua Dulce Canyon Road from 1/4 mile south of the 14 Freeway to Soledad Canyon Road and Soledad Canyon Road 1 mile from Aqua Dulce Road in both directions. These three areas will remain closed. Large animals will be able to return as well.

The areas to be re-populated will be open to RESIDENTS ONLY. All residents entering the area will need to provide identification.

Thank you for cooperating with our evacuations; public safety is always our priority.

 

 

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7 Comments

  1. Beth Ryan Beth Ryan says:

    Wow. I live at Golden Valley and Sierra Hwy. This morning, it looked like they really knocked down most of the west side of the fire. I’m surprised it’s still “uncontrolled”.

    • “Controlled” refers to how much hose they have lain around the perimeter. It doesn’t really relate to how much is “out.” Although that said, hot spots will likely flare up for days.

  2. This map means nothing to me. I can’t tell where this is.

  3. Where exactly is the heart of the fire today? Is Acton still a concern?

  4. Gina leonard says:

    Bless the dedicated hard working men we call our firemen. They risk their lives for us dealing with incredible heat and danger. Living in one of the evacuated fire ares and seeing first hand the fire racing towards my nieghborhood and watching these gallant men in action reminds me how very from my heart thank you safe they have always made me feel. From my heart thank you

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