Early this morning, the Hoopa Fire Department responded to two vegetation fires near Mile Post 16 on Highway 96. The fires have merged and the size is currently estimated at approximately 50 acres. The fire has now prompted an evacuation warning for surrounding areas.
From the Humboldt County Sheriff's Office:
Due to fire activity on the Mile Post 16 Fire, the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office has issued an EVACUATION WARNING for the following zones:
-HIA-E002: north of Oil Springs Rd., south of California Highway 96, east of Bigfoot Scenic Byway, west of Oil Springs Road, Forest Route 10n02
-HIA-E003: north of Carpenter Lane, Pine Creek Rd., south of Bloody Camp Rd., east of Pine Creek Rd., French Camp Rd., west of Bigfoot Scenic Byway
Residents should be ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice if fire behavior and weather conditions worsen. Residents are advised to prepare for potential evacuations, including gathering personal supplies and overnight accommodations. More information will follow if an Evacuation Order is issued.
Conditions are subject to change at anytime. Please visit Protect.Genasys.com for a full zone description.
For more information regarding the Mile Post 16 Fire, current impact and evacuation areas, please go to HumboldtSheriff.org/Emergency, or call 707-441-5000.
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The fire has also caused a full closure of Highway 96 in the area. From CalTrans:
Route 96 is FULLY CLOSED from Carpenter Lane in Hoopa to north of the Sidehill Viaduct (post mile 14.85 – 19) in Humboldt County due to wildfire.
There is currently no estimated time of reopening. Please check https://quickmap.dot.ca.gov/ or use the QuickMap app for the latest road conditions.
For wildfire information, please follow the guidance of local emergency services.
