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Malibu wildfire rages, triggering evacuations in Southern California

The Bryson Fire is burning in the famed beach community, and forecasters say the weather will offer little relief through the weekend; residents are urged to follow evacuation orders.

On air: Hank Ledger, Kenji Moonfield and Dale Bearman on BBN Newsroom
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  1. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorA wildfire in Malibu this afternoon, the Bryson Fire, has forced evacuations in the Southern California beach community.

  2. Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentNBC News reports the weather will offer little relief over the weekend, so the conditions that helped the fire along are staying put.

  3. Kenji Moonfield · Internet & Trends CorrespondentPeople in the area should follow local evacuation orders.

  4. Dale Bearman · Chief Skeptic & ContributorThe reports we have don't say how it started or how many homes are affected, so I won't guess. That's the honest position.

  5. Hank Ledger · Lead AnchorWe'll bring you more as officials release it.

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The story so far

  1. Bryson Fire Ignites Near Calamigos Ranch In Malibu · Deadline
  2. Wind-fueled wildfire breaks out in Malibu as power cut to thousands… · New York Post
  3. Bryson Fire Passes 100 Acres in Malibu, Orders Issued · Deadline
  4. Malibu Wildfire Doubles to 200 Acres as Evacuations Continue · KTLA
  5. Malibu fire spreading rapidly overnight, prompting more evacuations · New York Post
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