Fire burning near Interstate 5 in Castaic
A brush fire in Castaic has burned 40 acres and is tying up traffic on Interstate 5.
According to the California Highway Patrol, at least one lane of Interstate 5 was closed, and some other side roads were also shut.
Firefighters were on the ground, and water-dropping aircraft were also being used.
Several structures were nearby, but fire officials were working to protect them.
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