The Canyon fire has scorched roughly 4,856 acres near Val Verde, straddling Los Angeles and Ventura counties, according to Watch Duty. In addition to the evacuation orders, officials also issued less-severe evacuation warnings for parts of the area.

A brush fire dubbed the 'Canyon Fire' erupted in Val Verde, Santa Clarita on Thursday, prompting evacuation warnings in parts of L.A. and Ventura counties.

The Canyon Fire near Val Verde and Lake Piru has burned 30–50 acres, prompting evacuation orders in Ventura and Los Angeles counties. Mandatory and warning-level evacuations are in effect as fire crews battle the blaze with engines,