Evacuations, school closures and road closures for Franklin Fire in Malibu – NBC Los Angeles

Hundreds of firefighters continue to battle the flames of the Franklin Fire, which broke out in the Malibu area Monday evening.

The fire is currently burning 2,200 acres near Pepperdine University, prompting closures and evacuations.

school closings

Pepperdine University students were ordered to shelter in place and the school issued a statement on social media:

The Pepperdine community remains safely housed at the Tyler Campus Center and Payson Library, and Bon Appétit is preparing breakfast to be served soon at both locations. The Franklin Fire now covers 1,800 acres and is threatening structures in other areas of Malibu.…

— Pepperdine University (@pepperdine) December 10, 2024

All schools in the Santa Monica-Malibu school district were also closed due to the fire.

Road closures

According to Caltrans, the Pacific Coast Highway is closed. except during evacuations, between Topanga Canyon Blvd and Corral Canyon Road.

For additional road closures, visit the LA County Public Works website.

Shelters

Shelter has been set up at the Palisade Rec Center at 851 Alma Real Drive in Pacific Palisades.

The center is open to anyone displaced by the wildfire. Pets are also welcome in carriers and crates.