On Saturday evening, September 2, the mayor of Los Angeles Eric Garcetti declared a local emergency because of widespread fires in La Tuna Canyon. As reported by LAist, he also appealed to Governor Jerry brown asking him to declare a state of emergency within the state in order to as soon as possible to receive Federal assistance.
According to local authorities, the fire is one of the largest in the history of Los Angeles.
As of Saturday evening the fire area has grown to 5895 acres. With fire fighting, more than 800 firefighters of the city, and the total number of fighters with a flame exceeds 1 thousand people, as the fire Department LA help colleagues from other agencies.
According to the L. A. Times, the fire had already destroyed three houses in Tujunga, and two firefighters were hospitalized due to dehydration. Rescue service Los Angeles announced the evacuation in the area of Burbank Estates, Castleman Lane and Glendale.
In addition, smoke and ash heavily polluted air in the valleys and some mountain areas. According to the office for the control of air quality the South coast, the air is heavily polluted in the valleys the San Fernando valley, San Gabriel mountains, San Gabriel and Glendale.
According to the news service of the city, officials recommend avoiding physical activity outdoors. The warning also applies to Pets — if your dog or cat is having problems breathing, you should immediately contact the veterinary clinic.
