Multiple Lightning-Started Wildfires Ignite in Northern California; 15 of them burning In Mendocino County
“More than 15 lightning-started fires continue to blaze across the region.”
MCSO: NIXLE Alert Issued for Potential Lightning-Induced Fire Danger
“Increased fire danger due to a lightning pattern associated with current storm. Emergency personnel have received reports of lightning in Laytonville and Covelo areas. Use caution and immediately report any potential fires.”
[UPDATED] Reported “Multiple Starts” along Hwy 20, East of Clearlake Oaks – Forward Progress Stopped
“Authorities express concerns about the potential for the fire to expand even further, reaching an estimated 500 acres.”
[UPDATED] ‘Pelican Fire’ Sparks south of Westport – Air Resources Released
“The Pelican Fire has engulfed an estimated 1/4 to 1/2 acre, demonstrating a moderate rate of spread.”
(UPDATED) Trailer Fire Spreads to Vegetation in Covelo – Structure Threat Mitigated
“Authorities have confirmed that no structures are currently threatened by the fire. However, Early on reports indicate that there was a Structure threatened, but since has been mitigated.”
[UPDATED] “Buffalo Fire” Sparks Near Hwy 20, Threatens Structures; Aircraft and Additional Resources En Route
“The fire, which threatened structures, has been mostly extinguished, despite covering only about half an acre.”
[UPDATED] Man Reportedly Jumps From Rock Into Eel River and Stops ‘Moving’- Water Rescue Efforts Shift to Recovery
“tragically, the water rescue efforts have shifted to recovery mode after the Incident Commander communicated that emergency personnel now believe the individual who jumped into the Eel River has succumbed to the incident.”
Structure Fire Reported in Point Arena
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[UPDATED] Wildfire ignites Near Willits – Structure Threat Mitigated
“Air Attack is on scene and reports The fire has already consumed approximately 3 acres of grass/Oak Woodland, is steadily advancing uphill due to slight wind conditions.”
[UPDATED] Small Wildfire Ignites in Laytonville – Fire Contained
“The blaze, dubbed the “Steele Fire,” is currently estimated to be 1/2 acre in size and is spreading at a slow to moderate rate.”