UPDATED August 4, 10 a.m.
The York Fire, currently burning inside and around Mojave National Preserve is now 85% contained, and has seemingly stopped spreading beyond its current coverage of approximately 93,000 acres.
Firefighters worked last night using minimal impact suppression techniques (MIST) to reduce heat on the fire’s perimeter. Crews focused their efforts patrolling for hot spots and monitoring cooled areas. Last night is expected to be their final night, though efforts will continue throughout daytime hours through today and the rest of the weekend, as crews patrol for hot spots and monitor cooled areas.
UPDATED August 3, 11 a.m.
The York Fire, currently burning inside and around Mojave National Preserve is now 63% contained, but has spread to more than 94,000 acres as of this morning
Yesterday, the fire had covered closer to 85,000 acres, but was only 30% contained.
Firefighters today are continuing to reinforce existing containment line as they use minimal impact suppression tactics (MIST) to protect resources such as cultural histories, threatened wildlife, and rare plants.
UPDATED August 3, 6 a.m.
The York Fire, currently burning inside and around Mojave National Preserve, is now 34% contained as of last night (August 2).
The fire has continued to spread, and is now covering more than 85,000 acres. Firefighters are expecting warmer and dryer conditions today, as they continue to use minimal impact suppression tactics (MIST) to protect resources such as cultural histories, threatened wildlife, and rare plants.
Firefighting is being coordinated between resources from the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, San Bernardino Fire Protection District, and Clark County Fire.
The fire began on Friday on private land that is within the Mojave National Preserve. The cause is currently under investigation.
UPDATED August 2, 10:30 a.m.
The York Fire, currently burning inside and around Mojave National Preserve, is now 30% contained as of this morning (August 2).
The fire has continued to spread, and is now covering 82,437 acres, but rain in the area has diminished the fire’s intensity over the last few days. Firefighter say the rain has not eliminated the threat of the fire, especially with dryer weather conditions on the way.
Firefighters today will continue to build containment line and reinforce existing containment line while continuing to mop up and look for hot spots along the fires edge. Despite recent rainfall, firefighters are remaining vigilant and remain prepared as a drying trend is on the horizon. While the rain has been beneficial it has not eliminated the threat of fire weather caused by dry fuels.
UPDATED August 1, 10:30 a.m.
The York Fire that erupted last Friday is California’s largest wildfire this year. As of early Wednesday it had burned through more than 128 square miles (333 square kilometers) of land and was 30% contained, fire officials said.
The York Fire, currently burning inside and around Mojave National Preserve, is now 30% contained as of this morning (August 2). Latest reports have the fire increasing in size to cover o er 80,000 acres, and high winds may cause the fire to spread further.
A heavy rain earlier this morning has helped keep the fire under control, and firefighters are continuing to build and reinforce containment lines. Air resources will be making water drops in the area.
Our earlier coverage continues below:
The York Fire continues to burn inside and around Mojave National Preserve. As of last night, the fire is currently burning across 77,000 acres near the NW portion of the preserve, and has spread over state lines into Nevada. This is an increase of approximately 7,000 acres since the weekend.
Firefighters said on Monday (July 31) that they are observing less fire activity then in previous days.
The fire is currently at 0% containment, and firefighters are currently focusing on containment and suppression efforts. Firefighting is being coordinated between resources from the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, San Bernardino Fire Protection District, and Clark County Fire.
The fire began on Friday on private land that is within the Mojave National Preserve. The cause is currently under investigation.
Smoke from the fire is currently blowing into the Morongo Basin, so residents are advised to stay inside when possible.
Ivanpah, Hart Mine Road, and Walking Box Ranch Roads are CLOSED in the Mojave and Castle Mountains. Additionally, Hole in the Wall, MidHills, and Black Canyon Group Campgrounds are CLOSED until further notice.
Please stay clear of the area.
