Canyon fire explodes to nearly 5,000 acres; thousands evacuated in L.A., Ventura counties
- Posted on August 8, 2025
- By Los Angeles Times
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Canyon fire explodes to nearly 5,000 acres; thousands evacuated in L.A., Ventura counties

Firefighters Friday were trying to make progress after the Canyon fire exploded to nearly 5,000 acres, forcing residents in northern Los Angeles and Ventura counties to evacuate.