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Updated 2:20 p.m. on Oct. 25
The Latest: Wildfire survivors in Northern California have more time to apply for federal assistance.
FEMA originallly had a deadline of Oct. 25 for those impacted by wildfires in 20201 to apply for assistance. That deadline has been extended until Nov. 8. The extension applies to homeowners and renters in Lassen, Plumas, Nevada, Placer, Tehama and Trinity counties.
There are multiple ways to apply.
- Online at disasterassistance.gov
- Download the FEMA Mobile App for smartphones.
- Call 800-621-3362 (TTY 800-462-7585) from 4 a.m. to 10 p.m. PT, seven days a week
More information on the process is available here.
The Dixie Fire has reached 100% containment.
#DixieFire above the Cresta Dam, Feather River Canyon in Butte, Plumas, Lassen, Shasta, & Tehama Counties remains 963,309 acres and 100% contained. Lead agencies: @LassenNF
— CAL FIRE (@CAL_FIRE) October 25, 2021
and @NatlParkService
For future updates visit https://t.co/DpcDRQ7xoU pic.twitter.com/iQjgewcU68
The Caldor Fire closure area in the Eldorado National Forest was reduced Oct. 15 due to increased containment, moderated weather, repaired areas and hazardous tree removal. Desolation Wilderness, areas north of Highway 50 and west of the closure area and areas on the south side of Highway 88 are open with the smaller fire closure area, according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Small areas around Wrights Lake and Thunder Mountain remain closed. Winter recreation sites within the closure area, including Sierra at Tahoe, Adventure Mountain and Sno-Parks, will be assessed and reopened when safe.
Check airnow.gov for the latest air quality forecast in your area.
This post will be updated with the latest information on these fires when it is made available. Sign up for emergency alerts in your county to be notified of evacuation warnings and orders.
Here are the fires we’re following. Click to get more information:
- Dixie Fire (Butte, Lassen, Plumas, Shasta and Tehama counties)
- River Complex (Siskiyou County)
- Monument Fire (Trinity County)
- Antelope Fire (Siskiyou County)
- Tamarack Fire (Alpine County)
Here are some resources on how to prepare for wildfire and follow fire information:
- Map: See Where Wildfires Are Burning in California
- Tracking Wildfires: Where To Find Information During California Fire Season
- How To Prepare For A Wildfire (including how to sign up for emergency alerts)
- Fire FAQ: How To Understand What You Hear About Wildfires
- What To Know About Air Quality During Fire Season
- The Air Is Full Of Dangerous Wildfire Smoke And Viral Particles. What’s The Best Protection For Your Health?
- Wildfire Particles Can Get Into Your House And Make You Cough. Here’s How To Keep Them Out.
- Wildfires In California Will ‘Continue To Get Worse,’ Climate Change Experts Explore Why
Dixie Fire
The Dixie Fire started above the Cresta Dam in the Feather River Canyon on July 13. One first responder has died of an illness.
Counties: Butte, Lassen, Plumas, Shasta and Tehama
Where to Get Information:
- InciWeb Incident Page
- Damage Assessment Map (added July 27)
- Butte/Plumas County Evacuation Map (Plumas was added July 19)
- Tehama County Evacuation Map
- Lassen County Evacuation Map
- Lassen and Plumas Forests Closure Map
- Butte County Sheriff's Office Facebook page
- Plumas County Sheriff's Office Facebook page
- Plumas County Sheriff's Office
- Lassen County Sheriff's Office
- Lassen County Sheriff's Office Facebook Page
- Lassen National Forest Twitter
- Plumas County Dixie Fire Recovery Information Page
- Cal Fire Butte Unit Twitter account
- Cal Fire Butte Unit Facebook Page
Acreage and Containment
As of 9:30 a.m. on Oct. 25, the Dixie Fire was 100% contained and had burned 963,309 acres.
Evacuations
Here’s where you can find the latest information on evacuations:
- Butte/Plumas County Evacuation Map (Plumas was added July 19)
- Tehama County Evacuation Map
- Lassen County Evacuation Map
- Plumas County Sheriff's Office Facebook page
- Register for Code Red emergency alerts in Butte County
- Register for Code Red emergency alerts in Plumas County
- Register for Emergency Alerts in Tehama County
- Register for Code Red emergency alerts In Lassen County
- Butte County Sheriff's Office Facebook page
- Plumas County non-medical transportation assistance is available by calling 530-283-6414
River Complex
The River Complex fires were started by lightning on July 30.
Counties: Siskiyou
Where to Get Information:
- InciWeb Fire Information
- Siskiyou County Evacuation Map
- Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page
- Register for Code Red emergency alerts in Siskiyou County
- CAL FIRE SKU Twitter
Acreage and Containment
As of 3 p.m. on Oct. 20, these fires were 92% contained and have burned 199,343 acres.
Evacuations
Here’s where you can find the latest information on evacuations:
Monument Fire
The Monument Fire was started by lightning on July 30.
Counties: Trinity
Where To Get Information:
- InciWeb Fire Information
- Trinity County Sheriff's Office Facebook Page
- Register for Code Red emergency alerts in Trinity County
- CAL FIRE Shasta-Trinity Unit Facebook
- CAL FIRE SHU Twitter
- Shasta-Trinity NF Twitter
- U.S. Forest Service - Shasta-Trinity National Forest Facebook
Acreage and Containment
As of 6:45 p.m. on Oct. 21, the fire was 94% contained and has burned 223,124 acres.
Antelope Fire
The Antelope Fire may have been started by a lightning strike on Aug. 2.
Counties: Siskiyou
Where to Get Information:
- InciWeb Fire Information
- Siskiyou County Evacuation Map
- Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page
- Register for Code Red emergency alerts in Siskiyou County
- CAL FIRE SKU Twitter
Acreage and Containment
As of 9 a.m. on Oct. 13, the fire is 95% contained and has burned 145,632 acres.
Evacuations
Here’s where you can find the latest information on evacuations:
Tamarack Fire
The Tamarack Fire is a lightning fire burning near Markleeville and Pleasant Valley that started July 4, but exploded in size July 16. Residents can sign up for evacuation notifications here.
Counties: Alpine
Where to Get Information
- InciWeb Fire Information
- Interactive Map
- Tamarack Fire Facebook Page
- Tamarack Fire Twitter Page
- Humboldt Toiyabe National Forest Twitter
- Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest Facebook
- Register for Reverse 911 emergency alerts in Alpine County
- Alpine County Sheriff Facebook Page
- Alpine County Sheriff's Office temporary non-emergency line: 530-721-0757
Acreage and Containment
As of 3 p.m. on Sept. 17, this fire is 82% contained and has burned 68,637 acres.
Evacuations
Here’s where you can find the latest information on evacuations:
Wildfire Map
Fully Contained Fires
Salt Fire
- Dates: July 1 - 22, 2021
- Total acreage: 12,660
- Where to get information: Inciweb Fire Information Page
Frenchtown Fire
- Dates: July 20 - 22, 2021
- Total acreage: 4
- Where to get information: Cal Fire Incident Page
River Fire
- Dates: Aug. 3-13, 2021
- Total acreage: 2,619
- Structures destroyed: 142
- Injuries: 4
- Where to get information: Cal Fire Incident Page
Glen Fire
- Dates: Aug. 11-21, 2021
- Total acreage: 184
- Structures destroyed: 10
- Where to get information: Cal Fire Incident Page
Washington Fire
- Dates: Aug. 26 - Sept. 1
- Total acreage: 100
- Structures destroyed: 18
- Where to get information: Cal Fire Incident Page
Airola Fire
- Dates: Aug. 25 - Sept. 4
- Total acreage: 639
- Structures destroyed: 10
- Where to get information: Cal Fire Incident Page
Bridge Fire
- Dates: Sept. 5 - 14
- Total acreage: 411
- Structures destroyed: 0
- Injuries: 1
- Where to get information: Cal Fire Incident Page
McFarland Fire
- Dates: July 29 - Sept. 16
- Total acreage: 122,653
- Where to get information: Inciweb Incident Page
Beckwourth Complex
- Dates: July 3 - Sept. 22
- Total acreage: 105,670
- Where to get information: Inciweb Incident Page
Lava Fire
- Dates: June 24 - Oct. 1
- Total acreage: 26,409
- Where to get information: Inciweb Incident Page
Fawn Fire
- Dates: Sept. 22 - Oct. 2
- Total acreage: 8,578
- Structures destroyed: 185
- Where to get information: Cal Fire Incident Page
Caldor Fire
- Dates: Aug. 14 - Oct. 21
- Total acreage: 221,835
- Where to get information: Inciweb Incident Page
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