An evacuation order has been issued for all of Lake Piru Recreation Area and east to the Los Angeles County line, south to SR 126, west to Center Street.

Firefighters Friday were trying to make progress after the Canyon fire exploded to nearly 5,000 acres, forcing residents in northern Los Angeles and Ventura counties to evacuate.

Canyon Fire initially started today at 1:25 p.m. in Los Angeles, Ventura County, California. After being active for eight hours, it has burned 4,856.3 acres. 250 firefighters have been assigned to respond to the blaze, however, by Thursday evening, the fire remains uncontained and keeps burning. However, investigations into the cause are ongoing.