The Malibu wildfire is spreading rapidly, forcing firefighters to work tirelessly to control its spread and prompting evacuation orders.

Officials in Los Angeles County reported that a wildfire in Malibu, California, has not been contained as of Tuesday evening, after destroying at least seven structures and prompting mandatory evacuation orders for tens of thousands of people.

In the past 24 hours, the Franklin Fire has burned over 3,000 acres, resulting in nearly 20,000 people being evacuated or issued warnings.

An evacuation order has been issued for seven zones within city limits, from the Pacific coastline to the outskirts of the fire's inception in Malibu Canyon, as these areas pose life-threatening conditions.

The Los Angeles County Fire Department wrote on social media that over 1,000 first responders from various agencies are still fighting the fire on the ground and in the air. It is crucial to follow evacuation orders and warnings.

In Malibu, at least seven structures have been destroyed and eight have been damaged, as stated by the city. No injuries have been reported yet.

The city expressed its sympathy for those affected by the devastating event in its post.

The fire has caused road closures on Pacific Coast Highway between Topanga Canyon Boulevard and Kanan Dume Road, as per the California Highway Patrol. The road is only accessible to residents evacuating the area and first responders.

The closure at Los Virgenes Road at Mulholland Highway is confirmed by CHP.

Over 150 Los Angeles County Sheriff deputies have been dispatched to assist with road closures, evacuations, and security patrols.

At approximately 11 p.m. on Monday, firefighters were notified of a wildfire in Malibu Canyon, which is located near South Malibu Canyon Road and Francisco Ranch Road.

The Red Flag Warning remains in effect into Wednesday afternoon as the fire became dangerous quickly due to powerful Santa Ana winds.

"The red flag conditions pose a threat to the entire fire area, as stated by LA County Fire Chief Anthony Marrone. Firefighters are facing challenges due to strong winds and low humidity while trying to contain the fire."

Pepperdine University issued a shelter-in-place order on Wednesday morning due to the fire, and school officials will reassess the situation and determine when it can be lifted.

The Franklin Fire has burned through most of the fuel surrounding Pepperdine's Malibu campus, resulting in a significant decrease in fire activity. However, small pockets of flames are still visible on campus.

Pepperdine announced on X late Tuesday night that firefighters are still working to extinguish remaining hot spots and safeguard structures. Preliminary assessments suggest minimal damage to buildings near campus, and no injuries have been reported.

Gov. Gavin Newsom declared that a Fire Management Assistance Grant has been obtained from FEMA to guarantee the availability of crucial resources to extinguish the fire in Malibu.

Eligible fire suppression costs for local, state, and tribal agencies responding to fires can be reimbursed for up to 75% through the grant.

"Newsom stated that fire officials and first responders are working tirelessly to safeguard lives and property from the Franklin Fire. California is thankful for this federal assistance, which strengthens their efforts."

FOX Weather contributed to this report.