Boone Fire Ignites, Burns 704 Acres Near Coalinga in Fresno County

By Anthony W. Haddad

Published 8 months ago on

September 3, 2024

The Boone Fire near Coalinga has burned 704 acres, threatens three structures, and has led to the closure of Highway 198 in the vicinity as crews work to contain the blaze. (X/Screenshot)

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A wildfire that broke out Tuesday near Coalinga, along Highway 198 and Boone Lane, has scorched 704 acres and is threatening three structures, Cal Fire reports.

The Boone Fire is spreading moderately, with firefighters contending with steep terrain and limited access.

Highway 198 has been closed in both directions near Boone Lane, and Cal Fire is advising the public to steer clear of the area.

Twenty-one engines, four water tenders, seven bulldozers, and four hand crews are working on containment.

The cause of the blaze is under investigation.

700 acres. pic.twitter.com/bCpfw9SfgQ

— CALFIRE/FresnoCoFire (@FresnoCoFire) September 3, 2024

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Anthony W. Haddad,

Multimedia Journalist

Anthony W. Haddad, who graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo with his undergraduate degree and attended Fresno State for a MBA, is the Swiss Army knife of GV Wire. He writes stories, manages social media, and represents the organization on the ground.