According to CalFire, containment refers to the amount of the fire’s perimeter that has been encircled by a boundary to prevent further spread. This boundary can be natural, like a cleared strip of land or a river, or artificially created by firefighters using tools like hose lines from firetrucks. Even when a certain percentage of the perimeter is contained, the fire can still burn and pose a risk of crossing the boundary until it is fully “controlled,” meaning there is no longer a threat of it surpassing the containment line.
Here is an update on the major wildfires in the Los Angeles area and the progress of containment efforts:
– Palisades Fire: The fire in the coastal Pacific Palisades area had burned over 22,600 acres by midday Saturday and was 11% contained, up from 0% on Thursday. Evacuation warnings were issued for areas between Santa Monica and Malibu.
– Eaton Fire: This fire in the foothills of the San Gabriel Mountains had spread to more than 14,000 acres and was 15% contained as of Saturday. Evacuation orders were still in effect due to ongoing fire activity and hazards.
– Kenneth Fire: The blaze in Woodland Hills neighborhood was 80% contained by Saturday afternoon after burning over 1,000 acres. Evacuation orders had been lifted.
– Hurst Fire: The fire near Sylmar had burned 799 acres and was 76% contained by Saturday.
– Lidia Fire: This fire in north Los Angeles County had been fully contained after burning nearly 400 acres by Saturday morning.
– Sunset Fire: The fire in the Hollywood Hills burned approximately 43 acres and was 100% contained by Thursday afternoon.
Efforts to contain these wildfires are ongoing, with additional support being provided to help firefighting crews combat the blazes and keep residents safe.
