The lightning-sparked Garnet Fire in Fresno County has burned 17,561 acres since Aug. 24 and is 8% contained., officials said Saturday, Aug. 30, 2025. (U.S. Forest Service)
- Garnet Fire grows to 17,561 acres with 1,444 personnel battling flames in Sierra National Forest; containment stands at 8%.
- Crews push containment lines along Dinkey Creek and Patterson Bluffs as aircraft and dozers assist firefighting operations across difficult terrain.
- East side containment remains challenging with heavy vegetation and shifting winds, while super scoopers draw water from Shaver Lake.
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Fire crews continued to make progress overnight against the Garnet Fire burning in the Sierra National Forest, which has grown to 17,561 acres and is 8% contained in Fresno County, officials said Saturday.
Evacuation orders remain in effect for zones K27, K30, K31, K32-A, and K40, while warnings are in place for K28, K29, K32-B, K74, K85, and K160.
The blaze, which started Sunday and was sparked by lightning, is being fought by 1,444 personnel, the U.S. Forest Service Reported.
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Favorable Weather Helps Firefighters Fight Garnet Fire
Firefighters took advantage of favorable weather overnight to begin a critical firing operation around PG&E infrastructure at Balch Camp. That work is expected to continue as conditions allow.
Crews are constructing containment lines along the western side of the fire, pushing up Dinkey Creek and turning east to meet the fire’s edge.
Dozers are reopening old fire lines along the northern edge, supported heavily by aircraft, particularly around Patterson Bluffs.
The eastern side remains difficult to contain because of heavy vegetation and shifting winds. Multiple hotshot crews, along with dozers, are working to extend existing lines along Rodger’s Ridge from McKinley Road south to the Kings River.
On the southern edge, crews continue mop-up operations along the Kings River canyon, monitoring for rolling debris or sparks that could threaten containment.
Aircraft continue to play a significant role, including two super scoopers drawing water from Shaver Lake. Officials urged boaters to keep clear of the lake to allow uninterrupted water drops.
Fire officials reminded the public to use caution on roads near the fire area and to respect closures in place for firefighter and community safety.
A live update from U.S. Forest Service will be held Saturday at 2 p.m. on Facebook to provide the latest information and answer questions from the public.
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