Tens of thousands of residents near Santa Clarita fled their homes as the so-called Tick Fire scorched 4,300 acres

Cause of fire unknown, four residents hospitalised

Communities farthest away from the epicenter of a quake will receive the most advance warning

We are prepared for any flare-ups as they occur says LAFD

The Saddleridge Fire had consumed 7,542 acres in areas of the San Fernando Valley by Friday

Fire started on the truck and the driver dumped the trash in an effort to save the vehicle

People are unable to access water and medical supplies

Technology that some say poses a threat to civil liberties

Officials say a total of 39 were on board

Five crew members - who were above deck on the bridge escape - manage to escape the fire