A rapidly spreading brush fire, identified by Cal Fire as the 150‑acre Danny Fire, ignited near Interstate 5 and Smokey Bear Road in the Gorman area at approximately 4:50 p.m. on Thursday. The blaze remains 0% contained.

Evacuation orders and road closures

Authorities have ordered residents west of Old Ridge Road and east of I‑5 near Bald Mountain to evacuate. Additional evacuation warnings cover areas north of Hungry Valley Road, west of the freeway to the Los Angeles County border, north of Lancaster Road, and west of Three Points.

The California Highway Patrol has instituted a hard closure of all northbound lanes of I‑5 at Smokey Bear and southbound lanes at exit 138, halting traffic through the affected corridor.

Response and investigation

Local fire crews and Cal Fire personnel are actively battling the fire, though containment remains elusive. The cause of the blaze is under investigation, and officials continue to monitor conditions closely.

Residents seeking the latest evacuation information can consult the official Cal Fire evacuation map linked in the original report.

Impact on commuters

Motorists traveling on I‑5 are advised to seek alternate routes while the hard closure remains in effect. The disruption underscores the importance of preparedness and swift response in protecting families and communities from wildfire threats.

Original reporting: NBC4 Los Angeles — read the source article.