LEMON FIRE — PALMDALE LACoFD resources remain on scene of the Lemon...

LEMON FIRE — PALMDALE

LACoFD resources remain on scene of the Lemon Fire near the 14 Freeway & Pearblossom Highway in Palmdale.

Per Incident Command, the fire is now approximately 20 acres, running, with a potential to reach 100 acres within the next hour. Winds in the area are reported at 10–15 mph, contributing to fire spread.

Multiple ground and air resources remain assigned.

Motorists are advised to avoid the area and expect emergency traffic.

UPDATE: The fire is now approximately 50 acres, burning to the east with a potential for 200 acres in the next 30 minutes, per Incident Command. Fire officials are requesting Angeles Forest Highway be closed at Carson Mesa Road.

UPDATE 2: The Lemon Fire is now approximately 60 acres. 3 to 4 structures are threatened. Deputies are on scene and requesting multiple units respond code 3 to assist with the fire.

Fire officials are also advising people are flying drones in the area. Sheriff’s deputies and CHP have been requested to locate the drone operators.

UPDATE 3: The fire is now 167 acres with a mild to moderate rate of spread, per incident command. Potential for 50 acres in the next hour. Structure defense remains in place. 1 type 3 strike team (5 type 3 engines) has been requested.