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Updated 11:52 a.m. on Friday, November 4
Latest: With fire activity decreasing, Cal Fire is no longer providing daily updates. We will update this page if wildfire activity increases.
This post will be updated with the latest information on these fires when it is made available. Here are the fires we’re following. Click to get more information
- Creek Fire (Fresno, Madera counties)
- North Complex, includes Bear and Claremont Fires (Plumas, Lassen, Butte & Yuba)
- August Complex (Glenn, Mendocino, Lake, Tehama and Trinity counties)
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
Creek Fire
Counties: Fresno and Madera
Where to Get Information
- Cal Fire incident page
- InciWeb Incident Page
- Information line: 844-668-3473 (Cal Fire), 559-360-9663 (Sierra National Forest)
- U.S. Forest Service - Sierra National Forest Facebook page (streams video briefings at 7 p.m. most evenings)
- Fresno County Sheriff Twitter page
- Madera County Sheriff Twitter page
- Madera County Sheriff Facebook page
- CALFIRE/FresnoCoFire Twitter page
- Damage Assessment Map
Acreage and Containment
As of 12:00 p.m. on Nov. 9, this fire had burned 379,729 acres with 70% containment.
Damage, Casualties and Injuries
Around 200 people were air rescued from the Mammoth Pool area Sept. 5, with at least 10 injuries reported. 29 firefighters have received minor injuries.
856 structures have been destroyed, though damage inspection is not complete. 105 structures are threatened. A Damage Assessment Map is now available.
Evacuations
Here’s where you can find the latest information on evacuations:
- Evacuation Map
- InciWeb Incident Page
- Fresno County Sheriff Twitter
- Madera County Sheriff Twitter page
- Madera County Sheriff Facebook page
- U.S. Forest Service - Sierra National Forest Facebook page
- CALFIRE/FresnoCoFire Twitter page
North Complex
The North Complex is located on the Mt. Hough Ranger District on the Plumas National Forest and consists of numerous lightning fires being managed as one incident. Includes the Claremont Fire and the Bear Fire, now known as the North Complex West Zone.
Counties: Plumas, Lassen, Butte, Yuba
Where to Get Information
- Incident page
- Public Information Line West (530) 538-7826
- Public Information Line Federal (530) 316-4487
- Cal Fire Butte County Facebook Page
- Plumas National Forest Facebook Page
- Lassen County Sheriff's Office Facebook Page
- Plumas County Sheriff’s Office
- Butte County Sheriff’s Office
- Yuba County Sheriff’s Office
- Planning Zoom Meeting
- Damage Inspection Map
Acreage and Containment
As of 8 a.m. Nov. 1, these fires had burned 318,935 acres and 96% contained. Full containment is expected Nov. 30.
Casualties, Injuries and Damages
16 people in Butte County have died and two first responders have been injured. At least 2,455 structures have been damaged or destroyed. A Damage Inspection Map is now available.
Evacuations
Here’s where you can find the latest information on evacuations:
- Plumas County Evacuation Map
- Butte Evacuation County Map
- Incident page
- Plumas National Forest Facebook Page
- Lassen County Sheriff's Office Facebook Page
- Plumas County Sheriff’s Office
- Butte County Sheriff’s Office
- Yuba County Sheriff’s Office
- Story Map
August Complex
Now the largest recorded fire in California history. The August Complex was initially 37 different fires on the Mendocino National Forest that started on August 17, 2020. On Sept. 11, the fires known as the August Complex, Elkhorn, Hopkins, Willow, and Vinegar were combined and are now collectively known as the August Complex.
Counties: Glenn, Mendocino, Lake, Tehama and Trinity
Where to Get Information
- Incident page
- Mendocino National Forest Facebook Page
- Information line: (530) 487-4602
- Email address: [email protected]
- Story Map
Acreage and Containment
As of 10:55 a.m. on Nov. 6, these fires had burned 1,032,648 acres and were 96% contained. This is now the largest recorded fire in California history. Acreage has changed as fires are added or removed from the complex. Full containment is expected Nov. 15.
Casualties, Injuries and Damages
One firefighter has died on the August Complex. Two additional firefighters were involved in the accident. 6 structures have been damaged and 54 structures have been destroyed.
Evacuations
Here’s where you can find the latest information on evacuations:
- Incident page
- Mendocino National Forest Facebook Page
- Mendocino County Evacuation Map
- Humboldt County Evacuation Map
Wildfire Map
Find previous wildfire updates here (no longer updated)
Fully Contained Fires
LNU Lightning Complex
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Dates: Aug. 18 - Sept. 30, 2020
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Total acreage: 363,220
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Casualties and Injuries: 5 civilian deaths, 5 civilian injuries
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Damage: At least 1,491 structures have been destroyed, and 232 damaged, A Damage Assessment Map is available.
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Where to get information: Cal Fire incident page
SCU Lightning Complex
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Dates: Aug. 18 - Oct. 1, 2020
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Total acreage: 396,624
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Casualties and Injuries: 2 civilians and 2 firefighters injuries
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Damage: 136 structures have been destroyed
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Where to get information: Cal Fire incident page
Zogg Fire
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Dates: Sept. 27 - Oct. 13, 2020
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Total acreage: 56,338
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Casualties and Injuries: Four people were killed. Two inmate firefighters were injured.
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Damage: 204 structures were destroyed
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Where to get information: Cal Fire incident page
Glass Fire
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Dates: Sept. 27 - Oct. 20, 2020
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Total acreage: 67,484
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Casualties and Injuries: None.
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Damage: 1,555 structures were destroyed, including 653 homes. 282 structures were damaged
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Where to get information: Cal Fire incident page
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