Evacuations Underway as Brush Fire Grows in Castaic

CASTAIC, Calif. (KABC) — Firefighters are fighting a fast-growing brush fire in Castaic that has prompted evacuations Tuesday afternoon.

The Bert Fire was reported shortly after 2 p.m. near The Old Road and Biscailuz Drive. Fire officials reported that the fire has already burned at least 30 acres.

This blaze is terrain-driven and is working its way uphill under high-tension power lines, raising concerns for nearby structures.

No additional details have been released at this time, and the cause of the fire is currently under investigation.

This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as more information becomes available.