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Brush fire along 405 Freeway near Getty Center prompts evacuation warnings
ABC7 Los Angeles • • nation
Key Points:
- A brush fire, named the Getty Fire, broke out near the Getty Center along the 405 Freeway in Brentwood, growing from 5 to about 20 acres within 90 minutes on Wednesday afternoon.
- Evacuation warnings were issued for the area bounded by Promontory Road, Sunset Boulevard, the 405 Freeway, and Bundy Drive, while the Getty Center was closed and evacuated for visitors and staff, with art collections confirmed safe.
- Fire crews requested both air and ground support to combat the blaze, which produced a visible smoke plume but did not prompt closure of lanes on the 405 Freeway.
- The fire occurred amid dangerously hot Southern California weather, and the cause of the fire remains under investigation.
- Authorities continue to monitor the situation, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
