Malibu residents under 'blowtorch' of growing Franklin Fire

The Franklin Fire in Malibu, California has burned 3,900 acres (1,578 hectares) and is threatening a residential area. More than 1,500 firefighters have been battling the flames as the blaze forces thousands to evacuate.

No deaths or injuries have been reported but one resident described it as "the closest, most dangerous, craziest fire" they've seen.

As of noon local time on Wednesday, the fire was only 7% contained, according to officials.