The Auto Fire has burned nearly 61 acres in Ventura, California, a coastal city about 68 miles northwest of downtown Los Angeles, according to the county fire department.

When Ventura County closes a fire station less than two miles from city limits, Ventura households will lose an ally that shows up around 60 times a year to help with emergency response.

Ventura County Fire Department Office of Emergency Services. The map shows the evacuation order area zoned in purple, with the words "Auto Fire - Zone 1." ...