Overview
- On July 27 the wildfire began from a lightning strike in the Fishlake National Forest and has since driven large runs under hot, windy conditions.
- The incident is reported at 36,438 acres with 0% containment and officials say smoke has blocked infrared flights so the active perimeter is likely larger than the published figure.
- Mandatory evacuation orders have expanded to Kanosh, Meadow and parts of southern Fillmore and the Kanosh Band reservation, with roughly 25 homes evacuated and an evacuation shelter opened in Fillmore.
- About 370 personnel are assigned, two firefighters suffered minor injuries, local officials reported substantial livestock losses, and FEMA approved a Fire Management Assistance Grant to cover 75% of eligible state suppression costs.
- Road and public-lands closures remain in effect around Highway 91 and access routes, a community briefing is scheduled in Fillmore, and incident teams are focusing on life-safety and structure protection while seeking mapping flights and more resources.