Incident Update Post Fire

Date:
06/16/2024
Time:
11:06 AM

Incident Facts

Name
Post Fire
Start Date/Time
2024-06-15
Incident Status
Active
Location
Gorman Rd, Gorman CA
Type
Wildfire
Cause
Under Investigation
Counties
Los Angeles
Administration Unit
Los Angeles County Fire Department
Unified Command Agency(s)
Size
12,265
Containment
2%
Structures Threatened
2
Structures Destroyed
0
Structures Damaged
2
Civilian Injuries
Firefighter Injuries
Civilian Fatalities
Firefighter Fatalities

Current Situation

Situation Summary

Firefighters are engaged in a wildland fire in Gorman near Hungry Valley Park, moving southeast towards Lake Pyramid. Currently crews are working to construct perimeter fire lines around the flakes of the fire. Aircraft are working to stop forward progress but have limited visibility. Currently the fire is pushing up into Hungry Valley Park. California State Park Services have evacuated 1,200 people from Hungry Valley Park. Pyramid Lake is closed because of the threat of the Post Fire.

Slightly higher temperatures and lower humidity are expected to continue through the weekend, residents are reminded to remain vigilant and be prepared to evacuate if fire activity changes. Winds are expected to increase from 9:00 P.M. to midnight. Gusts are up to 30 MPH, with stronger winds at the ridge tops, reaching over 50 MPH.

Evacuation Zones

Evacuation Information:

Evacuation Orders

Evacuation Orders are in place for areas west of Interstate 5 between Pyramid Lake and Gorman. This includes the Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area.

Evacuation Warnings

Wildfire burning near Pyramid Lake. An EVACUATION WARNING has been issued for areas south of Pyramid Lake between Old Ridge Route and the LA County line, including Paradise Ranch Estates. BE PREPARED TO LEAVE. Those who need extra time evacuating should leave now. Dial 911 for emergency help. More info available on alertla.org