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The campus is probably five miles from the nearest flames, but the heavy smoke over the Valley and interrupted freeways prompted CSUN to cancel afternoon and evening classes.
Also, Chatsworth High School has opened an evacuation center.
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Cal State Northridge cancels classes
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