Evacuation Order Lifted For Hollywood Due To Progress In Firefight

• Evacuation order for Hollywood lifted due to improved conditions.

• Mayor Bass credited community cooperation for successful response.

• Residents urged to remain cautious despite lifting of evacuation order.

A fire truck idles on a road during the Post Fire late, Saturday, June 15, 2024, in Gorman, Calif. (AP Photo/Eric Thayer)

AP

An evacuation order that had been in place for Hollywood due to the threat of the Sunset Fire was lifted on Thursday morning, according to Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass.

Mayor Bass announced that the evacuation order was lifted as of Thursday morning, citing improved conditions that allowed for air operations to make significant progress in Hollywood and Studio City the previous night.

She emphasized the cooperation of Angelenos and the unity of the community in responding to the evacuation order. Mayor Bass urged residents to continue to exercise caution despite the lifting of the evacuation order.

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Mayor Bass credited community cooperation for successful response.

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Evacuation order for Hollywood lifted due to improved conditions.

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Residents urged to remain cautious despite lifting of evacuation order.

The Sunset Fire had posed a significant threat to Hollywood, prompting the evacuation order to ensure the safety of residents in the area. However, with the improved weather conditions and successful air operations, the fire threat has subsided, allowing for the evacuation order to be lifted.

Residents are advised to remain vigilant and stay informed about any updates regarding the fire situation in the area. The swift response and cooperation of the community were instrumental in ensuring the safety of all residents during this challenging time.