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California wildfires currently span the state from north to south.
The Carr Fire is the largest, affecting the greatest number of people. According to CAL FIRE, the fire is predominantly to the northwest of Anderson (Shasta County) and has consumed 95,000+ acres, and is currently 17% contained.
While the fire is to the west of Interstate 5 (I-5) and according to CALTRANS no closure of the highway is taking place, travelers should be alert to the potential for a change in direction by the fire.
FEMA advises that more than 39,000 people have been evacuated and more than 5,000 structures are threatened. Sadly, there have been six confirmed fatalities according to media reports.
Following is the statewide interactive fire map, with data on each fire available by clicking on the icon.
CAL FIRE issued an update at 1930 hours on 29 July 2018 which is available Click for the CARR FIRE INCIDENT UPDATE
FEMA’s daily report is also available for the Carr Fire and the other major fires in California Click to read FEMA Daily Operations Briefing
Travelers must rely on local media and CAL FIRE and CALTRANS for updates on fires and road closures which may affect travel.
We commend to your attention Facing a Wildfire Emergency Evacuation at Home or Traveling post we provided last week with the printable chart. In addition, we urge residents and visitors in proximity to the various fires to prepare their GO-BAGS and follow the doctrine of 5 P’s which we explain in depth in the wildfire preparedness post.
