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Bridge Fire: Explosive wildfire races toward Wrightwood

Cal Fire said the Bridge Fire exploded overnight to about 50,258 acres as flames threaten Wrightwood.

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, Calif. — Click here for the latest updates on the Bridge Fire.

The Bridge Fire is forcing evacuations in Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties Wednesday as high winds and low humidity aid the fire's spread.

The Mountain High Resort was engulfed in flames overnight as the blaze quickly expanded.

The explosive wildfire raced toward the Southern California mountain community of Wrightwood and authorities encouraged residents to leave their belongings behind and get out of town.

Cal Fire said the fire has burned about 50,258 acres Wednesday and is 0% contained.

The fire started Sunday, around 2:15 p.m. near Camp Bonita Road and east of Camp Williams, according to Cal Fire.

California is only now heading into the teeth of the wildfire season but already has seen nearly three times as much acreage burn than during all of 2023.

Links to Follow:

Evacuation Map

Find information on evacuation shelters and road closures HERE. Evacuations maps are below.

An evacuation map for Los Angeles County is available below. 

An evacuation map for San Bernardino County is available below. 

Fire Map

This map from the National Interagency Fire Center shows fire activity (this may take a few seconds to load):

Wildfire Preps

If you live in a wildfire-prone zone, Cal Fire suggests creating a defensible space around your home. Defensible space is an area around a building in which vegetation and other debris are completely cleared. At least 100 feet is recommended.

WATCH: What you need to know to prepare, stay safe for wildfires

The Department of Homeland Security suggests assembling an emergency kit that has important documents, N95 respirator masks, and supplies to grab with you if you’re forced to leave at a moment’s notice. The agency also suggests signing up for lvocal warning system notifications and knowing your community’s evacuation plans best to prepare yourself and your family in cases of wildfires.

Some counties use Nixle alerts to update residents on severe weather, wildfires, and other news. To sign up, visit www.nixle.com or text your zip code to 888777 to start receiving alerts. 

Read more: Are you wildfire ready? Here's what to do to prepare for fire season.

PG&E customers can also subscribe to alerts via text, email, or phone call. If you're a PG&E customer, visit the Profile & Alerts section of your account to register.

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