California Wildfires, Malibu Evacuates, LA Zoo Closed Near Griffith Park

Approximately 75,000 homes are under evacuation orders along the Ventura-Los Angeles border, according to KABC

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A slew of wildfires hit Southern California on Friday morning, including the Woolsey fire which forced the evacuation of the city of Malibu as the blaze also threatens the communities of Calabasas and Woodland Hills.

The Woolsey fire doubled in size to 70,000 acres overnight and, as of Saturday night, is 5 percent contained.

The fast-moving fire jumped the 101 Freeway at Chesebro Road at about 5:15 a.m. and is established on the south side of freeway, according to the Ventura County Fire Department.

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