Burbank Brush Fire Prompts Evacuations, Trail Closures

A brush fire broke out in Burbank, California, on June 10, 2025, around 3:40 p.m., near the 1000 block of Bethany Road. The fire quickly escalated, prompting a two-alarm response from the Burbank Fire Department. "It was a significant fire," stated a Burbank Fire Department spokesperson, "and we immediately issued evacuation orders for areas near Amherst Drive and Bethany Road." The Burbank Police Department also closed all hiking trails above the city as a precaution. Aerial footage shows the fire's intensity and the efforts of firefighters to contain the blaze. A helicopter was deployed to assist in the firefighting efforts. While the exact cause of the fire remains under investigation, the incident highlights the ongoing wildfire risks in the region. Fortunately, the fire was contained, and no major injuries or significant property damage were reported.