Stevenson Ranch Fire: 3-Acre Blaze Prompts Shelter-in-Place Order in LA County

A brush fire, dubbed Max Fire broke out southeast of Pico Canyon Road & Stevenson Ranch Parkway in the unincorporated community of Stevenson Ranch, California. 

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A brush fire, dubbed Max Fire, broke out in Stevenson Ranch, Los Angeles County, California, prompting a shelter-in-place order. The fire, estimated at 3-4 acres, is burning southeast of Pico Canyon Road and Stevenson Ranch Parkway.

The City of Santa Clarita has issued a statement requesting residents in the affected area to remain indoors, close all windows and doors, and turn off fans and air conditioning if smoke is present.

A Shelter-In-Place has been issued for Zone STV-PICO, and a 2nd alarm response has been requested. Structure protection is being established in the 25100 Block of Summerhill Lane and along Southwind Court.

No cause for the fire has been determined, and there are no reports of injuries at this time. Residents are advised to bring all people and pets indoors, remain inside with doors and windows closed, and monitor official updates.