Northstate On Alert As Cal Fire Monitors Blazes
Northstate On Alert As Cal Fire Monitors Blazes
US · Published Aug 28, 2025
Cal Fire is closely monitoring fires in Northstate after 16,000 lightning strikes ignited 11 fires in Butte County.
Despite containment of the One-Four Fire, hot, dry conditions could fuel smoldering fires.
Crews use cameras, lookouts, and recon flights to monitor fire activity and prevent flare-ups.
Cal Fire monitors blazes from lightning strikes
Northstate residents are on high alert as Cal Fire diligently monitors multiple blazes ignited by recent lightning strikes. Since Tuesday, the region has experienced approximately 16,000 lightning strikes, resulting in 11 fires in Butte County. Among these, the One-Four Fire near Camp Creek Road has been successfully contained. However, Cal Fire emphasizes that despite the clearing skies, the persistent hot and dry conditions pose a significant risk, potentially fueling the resurgence of smoldering fires.
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