Smoke and dust advisories are in effect as fires, including the massive Tick Fire, continue to burn across the greater Los Angeles region. Poor air quality is expected Friday along the coast, in ...

Tick Fire The Tick Fire, which erupted on Thursday in Los Angeles County, has covered 4,300 acres and is only 5% contained. Fueled by ferocious 50 mph winds, it's threatening homes in Santa Clarita.

More than 500 firefighters are battling that blaze, and Fresno city and county fire crews are also on the fire lines.