Update: Containment Climbs On Pedro Fire

Update at 11:15 a.m.: CAL Fire updates that the containment on the Pedro fire burning near the Mariposa and Tuolumne County lines has grown to 25 percent, while the acreage remains 3,815. Regarding fire suppression efforts for today, they report, “Crews are actively mopping up and performing suppression repairs on the fire. Their efforts include extinguishing remaining hotspots, patrolling the area to prevent flare-ups, and restoring the affected landscape. These actions are crucial for ensuring the fire is completely out and the community is safe.”

All evacuation orders have been reduced to warnings, and the details can be viewed below. For a map of the fire area, click here.

Original post at 5:46 a.m.: Mariposa County, CA — The containment and acreage climbed overnight for the Pedro Fire, burning in grass and brush near the Mariposa and Tuolumne County lines. All evacuation orders have been reduced to warnings  This morning, the fire is 3,815 acres and 20% contained. CAL Fire reports, “Crews are making significant progress near Merced Falls Road, working diligently to cut and improve lines around the fire to increase containment. Two tankers have been assigned to assist with the efforts, and damage inspections are underway.” one structure has been destroyed, three have been damaged, and another 350 are threatened.

EVACUATION ORDERS REDUCED TO EVACUATION WARNINGS: The following Evacuation Order areas have been reduced to Evacuation Warnings and are open to residents only. Residents will need to show identification to enter the areas.

Be aware that heavy fire and emergency traffic will remain in the area as fire suppression/repair efforts continue. Please continue to avoid the area as much as possible. If you must be in the area, please drive with extreme caution.