A wind-driven wildfire in Southern California has forced up to 20,000 people, including celebrities like Cher and Dick Van Dyke, to evacuate their homes. The Franklin Fire, which started late Monday, has grown to 4.8 square miles with no containment as of early Wednesday. Over 1,500 firefighters are battling the blaze, with weather conditions expected to improve this week.
The National Weather Service reported that the strongest Santa Ana winds have passed, but gusty winds are forecasted to continue through Wednesday morning, posing critical fire conditions. Malibu, a community known for its scenic beauty, has been heavily impacted by the fire, with flames threatening seaside mansions, horse farms, and Pepperdine University.
