New Evacuation Order 1430 9/19/20:

- South of 138th St East, North of Big Pines Hwy and Hwy 2, West of 263rd East, East of Largo Vista Rd.

Evacuation Orders

- North of Angeles Crest North and between Clear Creek Station and Hwy 39..

- Including the area East of Devils Punch Bowl Rd, South of the Big Pines Hwy, North of the Big Rock Creek, and West of Jackson Lake.

-Aqueduct - South of Pearblossom Hwy (SR138), North of Big Pines, East of 165th and West of Largo Vista Rd

-Ward- North of Fort Tejon Rd, South of Avenue V, East of 87th E., West of 121 St E.

-Longview-South of Avenue 12, North of Aqueduct, West of 165 St E and East of 121 St E.

-Tejon - South of Fort Tejon Rd, North of Cooley Place, East of 89th St. E. and West of Longview Rd.

-Peach - North of Pallett Creek, South of W. 114th St., East of Longview Rd and West of 165th St.

- Cima Block - 96th east to 116th St. E/Fort Tejon Rd south to SR 2

-Juniper Block- 116th E to Devis Punchbowl Rd / Fort Tejor Rd to SR 2

-Punchbowl Block - Devils Punchbowl Rd to and including Fenner Camp

-Paradise Block - Fenner Camp to intersection of SR 2 and Big Pines

-Chilao, the CalTrans Yard, the 3 Points area and the Angeles Crest Christian Camp were all issued Evacuation Orders Crystal Lake area remains under Evacuation Order.

Smoke advisories are still in place for the #BOBCATFIRE. Southwest winds will carry the smoke northeast of the fires, which will transport smoke into the downwind mountain and desert communities. Air quality will continue to be much improved in the LA Basin and Inland Empire.  For more info see: http://www.aqmd.gov/

Evacuation Order has been issued for the following area:

-Evacuation Order includes areas east of Hwy 39, south of East Fork Rd, west of GMR, and north of Glendora Ridge Rd.

la actualización diaria

ESTADISTICAS DE INCIDENTE
Ubicación de origen: Angeles National Forest, Azusa, CA

Fecha de inicio: 6 de sept. de 2020

Tamaño: Aprox.  acres 60,557

Porcentaje contenido: 15%

Causa: bajo investigación

Recursos asignados: 1,300 empleados

HOY:

Se han emitido órdenes de evacuación para Juniper Hills, Devil’s Punchbowl y Paradise Springs, incluida el área al este de Devils Punch Bowl Rd, al sur de Big Pines Hwy, al norte de Big Rock Creek y al oeste de Jackson Lake. Hoy nuestro enfoque principal será responder a las amenazas a las comunidades en el extremo norte del incendio. Una combinación de recursos aéreos y terrestres funcionará para detener el avance del fuego mientras se cuenta con la protección de la estructura. Alrededor del Mt. Wilson Los equipos continuarán manteniendo y mejorando las líneas que protegen la infraestructura mientras intentan evitar que el fuego se extienda hacia el oeste alrededor de la montaña. En el lado este, los bomberos continuarán patrullando y detectando cualquier incendio puntual.  Buscarán oportunidades para establecer líneas de control directo para reducir la propagación del fuego. En el sur, los equipos continuarán limpiando y fortaleciendo la línea alrededor de las comunidades. Anoche se llevó a cabo una reunión de la comunidad virtual en la que los representantes del incendio proporcionaron una actualización sobre la situación del Bobcat Fire. Se publicará una versión grabada de la reunión en las páginas de Facebook, del Depart. de Bomberos del Condado de Los Ángeles o la de la Ciudad de Monrovia y Bobcat Inciweb.

AYER:

Ayer, el fuego alcanzó Juniper Hills y las comunidades cercanas, pero la actividad del fuego se moderó a medida que se acercaba a las laderas más bajas y al fondo del valle. Se asignaron más recursos para responder a esta amenaza. Los esfuerzos para proteger Mt. Wilson siguió teniendo éxito. De la noche a la mañana, en el este, el fuego avanzó cuesta abajo sobre el embalse de San Gabriel. En el sur, el fuego alrededor de las comunidades se encuentra ahora en estado de patrullaje y limpieza.

CLIMA:

Hoy permanecerá cálido y muy seco. Los vientos serán del suroeste y serán más fuertes en las crestas del norte al final de la tarde y en la noche. Los vientos son potencialmente de 20 a 30 MPH en las cimas de las crestas y de 10 a 15 MPH en los valles. La humedad aumentará el sábado.

ALERTAS DE EVACUACION:

Órdenes de evacuación:

- North of Angeles Crest North and between Clear Creek Station and Hwy 39.

- Juniper Hills.

- Devils Punchbowl.

- Paradise Springs.

- Including the area East of Devils Punch Bowl Rd, South of the Big Pines Hwy, North of the Big Rock Creek, and West of Jackson Lake.

Advertencias de evacuación: Las advertencias de evacuación permanecen vigentes para las comunidades de Monrovia, Bradbury, Sierra Madre, Arcadia, Altadena, Duarte y Pasadena. Residentes al norte de Foothill Blvd. y al este de Santa Anita Ave y los residentes de Wrightwood también permanecen en una advertencia.

Se ha establecido un Centro de Evacuación de la Cruz Roja en el Parque Santa Anita, ubicado en 285 Oeste Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA, 91007. Se recomienda a los residentes que ingresen por la Puerta 5. Para Red Cross LA, llame 1-800-675-5799

RESUMEN:

El Bobcat Fire comenzó el 6 de septiembre a las 12:21. El incendio está ubicado cerca de la presa Cogswell y el área West Fork. El fuego arde en combustibles pesados ​​con una rápida tasa de propagación.

Want to see what is being written about the Bobcat Fire?  The following articles are being  shared on social media on September 18, 2020:

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-09-18/bobcat-fire-doubles-in-size-as-flames-creep-toward-antelope-valley

https://www.sgvtribune.com/2020/09/18/bobcat-fire-swells-to-more-than-60000-acres-firefighters-focus-on-northern-edge/?utm_medium=social&utm_content=tw-SGVTribune&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=socialflow

https://www.sfchronicle.com/california-wildfires/article/fires-live-updates-Vacaville-Santa-Cruz-California-15495508.php

https://www.npr.org/2020/09/16/913649688/firefighters-battle-to-save-las-historic-mt-wilson-observatory



 https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2064530126659/bobcat-fire-still-growing-threatens-several-high-desert-communities?s=oldSite&ss=a2

 https://laist.com/latest/post/20200918/bobcat-fire-day13

 https://abc7.com/bobcat-fire-updates-california-fires-map-juniper-hills/6437178/

 https://www.mercurynews.com/2020/09/18/map-bobcat-fire-evacuations-in-los-angeles-county/

 https://www.the-scientist.com/news-opinion/california-wildfire-beaten-back-for-now-on-famous-mt-wilson-67939?utm_content=140190166&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&hss_channel=tw-18198832

Want to read more about the Bobcat Fire?  The following is list of popular articles shared on social media on Thursday September 17, 2020:

https://www.sgvtribune.com/2020/09/17/bobcat-fire-crosses-highway-2-prompting-evacuation-warnings-to-the-north/

https://laist.com/2020/09/16/tough_to_tell_covid_from_smoke_inhalation_symptoms_and_flu_seasons_coming.php

https://www.latimes.com/california/story/2020-09-17/evacuation-warnings-for-antelope-valley-as-bobcat-fire-expands

https://patch.com/california/los-angeles/bobcat-fire-grows-evacuation-warning-issued-antelope-valley?utm_source=twitter&utm_medium=web&utm_campaign=share

https://www.univision.com/local/los-angeles-kmex/bobcat-fire-emiten-nuevas-advertencias-de-evacuacion-por-este-incendio-forestal-en-las-montanas-de-san-Gabriel

https://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2020/09/16/firefighters-making-stand-against-raging-bobcat-fire-threatening-mount-wilson-observatory/

https://abc7.com/6428568/

https://www.npr.org/2020/09/16/913649688/firefighters-battle-to-save-las-historic-mt-wilson-observatory?utm_content=buffer67933&utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_campaign=buffer

https://www.avpress.com/news/bobcat-fire-nears-juniper-hills/article_3b3d80e0-f891-11ea-bf04-677827339e8d.html?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=user-share

https://www.pasadenastarnews.com/2020/09/16/fire-crews-cant-say-if-some-landmark-sites-have-survived-bobcat-fire-heres-what-they-know-so-far/

https://www.nbcnews.com/news/us-news/knocking-our-door-wildfire-closing-historic-california-observatory-n1240177

https://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2020/09/17/new-antelope-valley-evacuation-warnings-issued-as-bobcat-fire-still-burns-out-of-control/

https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/california-wildfires/bobcat-fire-wildfires-antelope-valley-evacuations-arcadia-smoke/2429642/?_osource=db_npd_nbc_knbc_twt_shr

https://twitter.com/mercnews/status/1306570691832164354

https://www.eastbaytimes.com/2020/09/17/fire-crews-cant-say-if-some-landmark-sites-have-survived-bobcat-fire-heres-what-they-know-so-far/?utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=socialflow&utm_source=twitter.com&utm_content=tw-EastBayTimes

https://ktla.com/news/local-news/bobcat-fire-grows-to-nearly-80-square-miles-evacuation-warning-in-place-for-juniper-hills-community/

https://www.foxla.com/news/more-evacuations-issued-as-bobcat-fire-continues-to-grow

https://www.sgvtribune.com/tag/bobcat-fire/

https://www.sgvtribune.com/2020/09/10/map-shows-where-the-bobcat-fire-is-burning-in-the-san-gabriel-mountains/

https://www.newsbreak.com/news/2063943752943/here-are-some-things-not-to-do-as-the-bobcat-fire-rages?s=oldSite&ss=a2

https://www.univision.com/local/los-angeles-kmex/bobcat-fire-fuertes-vientos-empujan-en-varias-direcciones-el-incendio-que-ya-ha-consumido-mas-de-50-000-acres?1

https://abc7.com/bobcat-fire-cause-how-did-the-get-started-california-fires-los-angeles/6431152/

TODAY

Evacuation Warnings: Evacuation Warnings remain in effect for the foothill communities of Monrovia, Bradbury, Sierra Madre, Arcadia, Altadena, Duarte and Pasadena. Residents north of Foothill Blvd. and east of Santa Anita Ave. Residents of Wrightwood also remain in a warning.

A virtual Red Cross Evacuation Center has been established at Santa Anita Park, located at 285 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia, CA, 91007. Residents are advised to enter through Gate 5. Additionally, an American Red Cross Temporary Evacuation Point (TEP) has been set up at Palmdale High School, located at 2137 E Avenue R, Palmdale, 93550. To reach Red Cross LA, call 1-800-675-5799.

The Bobcat Fire started on September 6th at 12:21 PM. The fire is located near the Cogswell Dam and West Fork Day Use area. The fire is burning in heavy fuels with a rapid rate of spread.

BOBCAT FIRE EVACUATION WARNING

An evacuation warning has been issued for the residents in the following areas:
 

Residents in the unincorporated community of Wrightwood.

Due to the current fire danger, all residents shall be prepared to evacuate the above listed areas for their safety, and the safety of their loved ones. By following Ready, Set Go! guidelines, residents should observe evacuation orders by quickly and safely leaving the area for designated evacuation sites, or to family or friends outside the fire area. For assistance with evacuation accommodations please call the Red Cross at (800)675-5799.

DO NOT WAIT UNTIL IT IS TOO LATE! If you have not already done so, gather your family, pets, important papers, medications, and any emergency supplies, and be prepared to evacuate the area if ordered. If your family must split up, determine a designated meeting place to account for every member.

Accommodations for 300 large animals (horses and cattle) are available at Antelope Valley Fair Grounds.

For more information please call the Fire Information line at (626) 574-5208.

Visit Ready, Set, Go! at fire.lacounty.gov/rsg/

Fire Information:

• Inciweb: inciweb.nwcg.gov and search “Bobcat”

• Angeles National Forest Facebook: @angelesnationalforest

• Angeles Twitter: @angeles_NF

• Los Angeles County Fire Department Twitter: @LACoFDPIO

BOBCAT FIRE EVACUATION ORDER

The Unified Incident Command Teams of the Angeles National Forest and the Los Angeles County Fire Department are ORDERING residents in the foothills North of the Bobcat Fire to evacuate, there continues to be rapid fire growth. Be advised this is an EVACUATION ORDER. 

EVACUATION GEOGRAPHIC DETAILS:

The following areas are under an EVACUATION ORDER:

• Juniper Hills

• Devils Punchbowl

• Paradise Springs

• Including the area East of Devils Punch Bowl Rd, South of the Big Pines Hwy, North of the Big Rock Creek, and West of Jackson Lake

Residents in these areas should quickly gather their families and pets and head to your preplanned location outside of the fire evacuation zones.  Residents must take these necessary steps to ensure your family’s safety.  Delaying evacuation will prevent fire crews from suppression activities and compromise the safety of the public and first responders. 

Right now, you should:

Review your Evacuation Plan Checklist.

1. Ensure your Emergency Supply Kit is in your vehicle.
2. Cover-up to protect against heat and flying embers. Wear long pants, long sleeve shirt, heavy shoes/boots, cap, dry bandanna for face cover, goggles or glasses. 100% cotton is preferable.
3. Locate your pets and take them with you.
4. This season is a bit different due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Remember to be Fire Safe and COVID Aware.  Ensure that you continue to take the necessary safety precautions in regard to COVID-19 when evacuating. 

Those with large animals (i.e. horses and cattle) who have not previously moved these animals, should do so immediately.  If you have not made prior arrangements, large animals may be taken to the AV Fairgrounds.

Residents who have not secured an evacuation destination may contact the Red Cross at 800-675-5799 for further assistance in finding an evacuation location.

Do not return to your home until fire officials determine it is safe. Notification that it is safe to return home will be given as soon as possible considering safety and accessibility.

Visit Ready Set Go! fire.lacounty.gov/rsg/

Fire Information:

• Inciweb: inciweb.nwcg.gov, search "bobcat"

• Angeles National Forest Facebook page: @angelesnationalforest

• Angeles Twitter Page: @angeles_NF

BOBCAT FIRE EVACUATION ORDER

The Unified Incident Command Teams of the Angeles National Forest and the Los Angeles County Fire Department are ORDERING residents in the foothills North of the Bobcat Fire to evacuate, there continues to be rapid fire growth. Be advised this is an EVACUATION ORDER. 

EVACUATION GEOGRAPHIC DETAILS:

The following areas are under an EVACUATION ORDER:

Juniper Hills

Devils Punchbowl

Residents in these areas should quickly gather their families and pets and head to your preplanned location outside of the fire evacuation zones.  Residents must take these necessary steps to ensure your family’s safety.  Delaying evacuation will prevent fire crews from suppression activities and compromise the safety of the public and first responders. 

Right now, you should:

1. Review your Evacuation Plan Checklist.
2. Ensure your Emergency Supply Kit is in your vehicle.
3. Cover-up to protect against heat and flying embers. Wear long pants, long sleeve shirt, heavy shoes/boots, cap, dry bandanna for face cover, goggles or glasses. 100% cotton is preferable.
4. Locate your pets and take them with you.
5. This season is a bit different due to the COVID-19 pandemic.  Remember to be Fire Safe and COVID Aware.  Ensure that you continue to take the necessary safety precautions in regard to COVID-19 when evacuating. 

Those with large animals (i.e. horses and cattle) who have not previously moved these animals, should do so immediately.  If you have not made prior arrangements, large animals may be taken to the AV Fairgrounds.

Residents who have not secured an evacuation destination may contact the Red Cross at 800-675-5799 for further assistance in finding an evacuation location.

Do not return to your home until fire officials determine it is safe. Notification that it is safe to return home will be given as soon as possible considering safety and accessibility.

Visit Ready Set Go! fire.lacounty.gov/rsg/

Fire Information:

• Inciweb: inciweb.nwcg.gov, search "bobcat"

• Angeles National Forest Facebook page: @angelesnationalforest

• Angeles Twitter Page: @angeles_NF