Wildfires

As Malibu begins to reopen areas affected by the Franklin Fire, Dick Van Dyke returns home in time to celebrate his 99th birthday following a dramatic fire rescue. Karma Dickerson reports for the NBC4 News at 5 p.m. on Dec.13, 2024. 

Evacuation orders have been reduced to warnings for areas affected by the Franklin Fire, allowing more residents to begin to return to their homes as road access is restored.

Legendary entertainer Dick Van Dyke marked his 99th birthday Friday, just days after a harrowing escape from a wildfire near his Malibu home. Van Dyke, who starred on “The Dick Van Dyke Show” from 1961 to 1966, shared a lighthearted moment about the milestone. “I tried to light 99 candles and set Malibu on fire,” he quipped. The celebration comes…

Firefighters continue making progress on the Franklin Fire in Malibu, which is now 30% contained after burning more than 4,000 acres.

At least 3,700 people affected by the Franklin Fire in Malibu were allowed to return home on Thursday. Macy Jenkins reports for NBC4 at 11 p.m. on Dec. 12, 2024.  

Actor Dick Van Dyke recounted frightening moments during the Franklin Fire. 

The Franklin Fire in Malibu has prompted evacuation orders, school closures and road closures.

Neighbors helped 98-year-old Dick Van Dyke to safety as a swift-moving wildfire fanned by strong wind gusts closed in on his Malibu home, the legendary entertainer told NBC News.

Air crews have been working around the clock to help fight the Franklin Fire in Malibu. This video was broadcast on the NBC4 News at 4 a.m. on Dec. 12, 2024. 

Residents in Malibu have had their power restored as crews continue to battle the Franklin Fire. Lauren Coronado reports for the NBC4 News at 6 a.m. on Dec. 12, 2024. 

On Monday night Michelle and Blake Geffen quickly grabbed their cat, passports, and a few items before jumping in their car and heading out as the Franklin Fire made its destructive path through Malibu. Tracey Leong reports for the NBC4 News at 11 p.m. on Dec. 11, 2024.

A devastated newlywed couple is among the many who lost everything to the Franklin Fire that ravaged communities in Malibu.

Among the countless heroes working to protect Malibu residents against the Franklin Fire are a group of volunteer heroes who’ve stepped up to protect their community.

LA County’s newly formed community fire brigade has been helping in the firefight against the Franklin Fire. This video was broadcast on the NBC4 News at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024.

A Malibu resident who defied the evacuation order and made the risky decision to stay behind in an effort to protect his home from the Franklin Fire said he’s grateful he was unharmed.

The Franklin Fire in Malibu did not expand much Wednesday evening as more firefighting resources were dispatched while winds subsided in the area.

A Malibu homeowner who stayed behind to defend his home from the Franklin Fire said he’s lucky he was unharmed during the risky ordeal. Camilla Rambaldi reports for the NBC4 News at 3 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 11, 2024.

The timelapse video from UC San Diego’s ALERTCalifornia program shows the growth of the brush fire between Tuesday morning and Wednesday morning.

Here’s what to expect in the weather forecast for the Franklin Fire area. Shanna Mendiola has an updated for Wednesday Dec. 11, 2024.

Firefighters worked to stop flames from spreading to other homes. Lauren Coronado reports for the NBC4 News on Wednesday Dec. 11, 2024.