Bryson Fire Spreads Rapidly in Western Malibu

The Bryson Fire spread rapidly through brush in western Malibu on Thursday, prompting evacuation orders and warnings as firefighters sent aircraft and additional crews to the area. Estimates of its size rose as the blaze advanced, reaching just over 100 acres by early evening in one report. Los Angeles County fire officials said the fire was reported shortly before 5 p.m. near Encinal Canyon Road and Mulholland Highway, close to Camp Kilpatrick. Reports described it growing from about half an acre to five acres in roughly 15 minutes, and to around 20 acres within 30 minutes. Later estimates ranged from about 35 to at least 40 acres within an hour, before an early-evening estimate put it at just over 100 acres. The figures reflect the fire’s rapid spread as it was being tracked, rather than a settled final size. Evacuation orders and warnings were issued across western Malibu, including areas near the coast. One reported order covered the more immediate area around Zuma and Trancas canyons, while warnings extended across a wider zone. Camp Kilpatrick was not evacuated; staff and detainees were instructed to shelter in place. Crews reported that flames were generally moving away...