Franklin Fire in Malibu: Pacific Coast Highway fully reopens as containment increases to 30% [Video]

MALIBU, Calif. (KABC) — Pacific Coast Highway reopened Friday as firefighters continue to make progress containing the Franklin Fire in Malibu.

According to an update from the city, PCH is fully open for public traffic, including businesses, from Topanga Canyon to Kanan Dume Road.

Plus, evacuation orders were reduced to warnings for the areas of Serra Canyon and Civic Center. Residents can return home but are encouraged to stay vigilant and cautious.

The Franklin Fire exploded on Monday amid Santa Ana winds. Since then, the winds have subsided and overall conditions have improved.

Containment increased to 30% Friday and as people return home, authorities said the priority is to repopulate evacuated areas as quickly as possible, Cal Fire said.

Throughout Thursday, fire activity remained minimal, and no significant fire growth occurred, according to Cal Fire.

Aerial suppression efforts have been successful in keeping the fire subdued.

At a noon briefing on Thursday, Los Angeles …