As cooler, wetter weather helps southern and central California fire crews contain a handful of blazes burning in the region, the National Weather Service warns it likely won't last.

The King Fire just north of Pyramid Lake off the 5 Freeway had grown to 577 acres and is now 40% contained as of Friday, according to the L.A. County Fire Department.

A wind-driven wildfire named the King Fire has erupted in northwestern Los Angeles County, threatening homes and prompting evacuation warnings. The blaze, which has charred 2.5 sq km of land, has invoked efforts from firefighters and air support.

The Hawk and King fires erupted on Aug. 14 but reached 40% containment the next day, what to know about the two LA County fires.

THURSTON COUNTY, Wash. — A fire in Thurston County has prompted a level one evacuation order for residents near Bald Hills Road and Sorenson Road. Those in the Clearwood development or around the area are advised to grab essential items and be ready to evacuate immediately.

Evacuations are underway as a vegetation fire sparks in Los Angeles County. The King Fire has burned over 400 acres and is only 5% contained.