The Los Angeles County Fire Department made quick progress Thursday on a brush fire dubbed the Placerita Fire on Placerita Canyon Road in Newhall.

The fire was reported to the LACoFD at 12:45 p.m. in the oil field near Placerita Canyon Road and Sierra Highway, according to officials.

“The fire was held at one half acre with no structures damaged or threatened,” said Joey Marron, an inspector with the LACoFD.

Units on scene advised that winds were blowing 15 to 20 mph; however, crews were able to stop the fire at 1:08 p.m., just 12 minutes after arriving at the scene.  

Firefighters are set to remain at the scene, putting out any lingering hot spots.      

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