Containment of Los Angeles-Area Post Fire Grows to 61 Percent

Published on June 21, 2024

GORMAN, Calif.—Firefighters are steadily gaining the upper hand on the massive Post Fire in the Gorman area north of Los Angeles, increasing containment from 57 percent to 61 percent Friday, June 21, prompting officials to lift or reduce some evacuation orders. The burn area remained at 15,690 acres after increasing from 15,611 acres on Tuesday, according to Cal Fire. In anticipation of hot and breezy conditions Friday and through the weekend, firefighters continue to focus on protecting critical infrastructure and recreation areas throughout the fire footprint. Crews will continue to identify and address pockets of fire and heat within interior portions of the burned area, along roads, and the Interstate 5 corridor, according to Cal Fire....

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