The Los Angeles Fire Department has sent two strike teams -- each with five engines and a battalion chief -- to assist the Ventura County Fire Department in the battle against the Maria Fire that has burned 750 acres near Santa Paula in Ventura County, department spokeswoman Margaret Stewart says. The fire, which broke out just after 6:00 p.m. quickly scorched South Mountain north of Somis. As of 8:00 pm, containment is 0%.
Evacuations
- North Boundary : South Mountain Road
- West Boundary: West Los Angeles Ave
- East Boundary: Balcom County Road
- South: Highway 118
Shelters
Camarillo Community Center (Open at 9pm) 1605 Burnley St. Camarillo, CA 93010
Small Animals
Animal Shelter (Small Animals) 600 Aviation Dr Camarillo, CA 93010
Large Animals
Ventura County Fairgrounds (Large Animals) 10 W. Harbor Blvd. Ventura, CA 93001
Earl Warren Showgrounds (Large Animals) 3400 Calle Real Santa Barbara, CA 93015