The Franklin Fire in Malibu, California, has forced thousands to evacuate and is threatening Pepperdine University.

The fire continues to grow rapidly, crossing Pacific Coast Highway and burning in the hillsides near Pepperdine University.

The Franklin Fire is burning in central Malibu, burning at least 1,800 acres on both sides of Pacific Coast Highway. Here is what you need to know: Much of Central Malibu, covering 6,000 homes. Approximately Puerco Canyon to Trancas Canyon.

A fire near Southern California’s downtown Malibu is spreading quickly, prompting mandatory evacuations and threatening structures, including the city’s iconic Malibu Pier. Nearby Pepperdine University has canceled classes Tuesday,

Parts of Malibu are under mandatory evacuation as firefighters try to control the Franklin Fire, according to officials. The fire was discovered Monday night, and firefighters responded to the then 100-acre fire,

Firefighters continued to battle the Santa Ana wind-driven Franklin Fire in Malibu Tuesday morning, and officials say the suppression efforts are far from over.  Crews with the Los Angeles County Fire Department responded to the blaze,

Firefighters continue to battle the flames of a 2,200-acre wildfire that started Monday night, prompting evacuation orders, road closures and school closures in Malibu near Pepperdine University.