Chatsworth Fire: Half a hectare of bushland devastated in Los Angeles, photos show thick smoke

The Los Angeles Fire Department (LAFD) issued a warning about a bush fire on Monday in the Chatsworth Area, in Los Angeles, 22340 W Germain St.

Initial reports indicate that the fire has affected about half a hectare of light to moderate vegetation and is spreading uphill. Light winds are contributing to the spread of the fire.

The situation is currently being monitored and resolved by the local fire department, the LAFD said.

The agency also provided a list identifying the fire areas.

This is an evolving story.