Malibu Residents Evacuate as Franklin Fire Spreads

A brush fire, dubbed the Franklin Fire, prompted mandatory evacuations in parts of Malibu, California, on Sunday, impacting numerous residences. Among those who were forced to leave their homes were entertainers Dick Van Dyke and Cher. The fire, fueled by dry conditions and winds, rapidly expanded, prompting the Los Angeles County Fire Department to issue evacuation orders for several neighborhoods. Firefighters worked to contain the blaze and protect structures, while residents sought shelter at designated evacuation centers.