Brush Fire Near 405 Freeway Prompts Lane Closures in Sepulveda Pass

A brush fire broke out Thursday afternoon near the 405 Freeway in the Sepulveda Pass area of Los Angeles. m. to the area near Mulholland Drive. The fire was moving uphill through dry vegetation toward the Skirball Cultural Center.

Officials reported light winds around 5 miles per hour. Firefighters established hose lines around the perimeter and took an aggressive stance to control the spread. Authorities said the fire had grown to about four acres by the afternoon. At least three southbound lanes of the 405 Freeway were closed during rush hour.

The California Highway Patrol urged drivers to proceed with caution through the area. No structures were damaged or threatened. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.