The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors today ratified a local emergency proclamation issued for the Canyon Fire, which ignited on Friday, August 7 and has since then destroyed seven structures and scorched over 5,370 acres in northern Los Angeles County.
“Ratifying this emergency proclamation ensures we can cut red tape and act with urgency,” said Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Chair Kathryn Barger, who represents the communities impacted by the Canyon Fire. “Our focus is on supporting firefighting operations until this fire is completely contained, and ensuring our communities have the resources they need to recover.”
The Canyon Fire is presently 96 percent contained. The wildfire burned in difficult terrain, fueled by dry vegetation and hot weather conditions. Firefighting crews continue working around the clock to contain the blaze and protect lives, homes, and infrastructure.
The ratified proclamation allows County officials to continue sustaining close coordination with state and federal partners, ensuring that critical assistance reaches impacted communities without interruption.