A fast-moving brush fire that erupted near Lake Piru in Ventura County, spread into Los Angeles County, prompting evacuation orders in the Val Verde area west of Castaic, has grown to 4,856 acres with 0% containment Friday.

The Canyon Fire erupted shortly after 2 p.m. Thursday, burning in a remote area east of Lake Piru but spreading rapidly through the brush. Initially estimated at about 30 acres, the blaze grew rapidly, and within two hours it was mapped at 1,051 acres.

The fire increased to 1,500 acres by 7 p.m., Cal Fire reported.

With the fire advancing, evacuation warnings were issued in the Val Verde area. That warning was later elevated to an evacuation order and expanded to include the Hasley Canyon area, while some surrounding neighborhoods were placed under additional warning

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