Footage captured from the Pepperdine Caruso Law School shows the Franklin Fire scorching a hillside in Malibu, California, on December 12. Authorities said the Franklin Fire started at 10:52 pm on Monday,

Real time maps from California Fire Department show how the blaze has spread to over 3,000 acres of land – an area twice the size of Central Park

Cooler weather and diminishing winds on Thursday were easing the battle against the widespread wildfire affecting many Hollywood stars in the California coastal city of Malibu. About 30% of the so-called Franklin fire has been successfully contained due to a large-scale firefighting operation,

Containment of the Franklin Fire in Malibu grew to 35% Saturday, while the fire size remained at 4,037 acres, officials said.

Malibu County, California, is devastated by the Franklin Fire. Images reveal the extent of the damage.