Bicycle fire breaks out in Santa Clarita, Los Angeles County, as homes evacuated

A fast-moving wildfire broke out in Southern California on Sunday afternoon, prompting evacuation orders as firefighters raced to contain the growing blaze.

The Bike Fire broke out near Golden Valley in Santa Clarita and had burned more than 200 acres as of 2:40 p.m., according to the Los Angeles County Fire Department.

Mandatory evacuation orders were expanded and a new area was added at 2:48 p.m. Residents in affected areas were asked to leave immediately due to the danger to their lives.

Planes were being mobilized to help crews fight the flames, authorities said. The cause of the fire remains unknown.

Mandatory evacuation orders were expanded and a new area was added at 2:48 p.m. Residents in affected areas were asked to leave immediately due to the danger to their lives.

Authorities warned that people who need more time to evacuate, as well as those with pets or livestock, should leave now. Updates from authorities on incidents

The fire comes as Southern California grapples with a turbulent period of weather, with rain, gusty winds and coastal flooding affecting the region as moisture associated with former Tropical Cyclone Rachel moves through.

The National Weather Service warned of lingering showers and potentially powerful wind gusts in mountainous areas and the Antelope Valley, while concerns about coastal flooding were expected to persist through Tuesday.

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