Pedro Fire view from the Greeley Hill camera on Tuesday afternoon - Credit: ALERTCalifornia | UC San Diego
Pedro Fire in Mariposa and Tuolumne Counties Updates for Wednesday, July 31, 2024
10:00 P.M. Update Per CAL FIRE: The Pedro Fire has now spread to 2,727 acres burning in grass and brush. The fire remains 5% contained and exhibits a moderate to dangerous rate of spread. There is an active threat to structures and powerlines, prompting evacuation orders and warnings.
8:50 P.M. Update Per Tuolumne County Sheriff's Office: Evacuation warnings are being issued for Hunters Valley Road and Detwiler Road. The fire is now 2,637 Acres.
The fire is now 5% contained per Incident Commander. The spot fire is 250 acres. The fire is still moving at a moderate rate of spread and structures are still threatened.
8:35 P.M. Update Per Tuolumne County Sheriff's Office: The Red Cross has closed the emergency shelter at New Life Christian Fellowship.
If someone has been impacted by the Pedro Fire & needs sheltering assistance, please call the Red Cross at 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
Spot fire on the Hunters Valley side of the Merced River is approximately 20 acres.
Update Per Mariposa County Sheriff's Office: EVACUATION WARNINGS - This warning has been issued to allow residents in the area to begin to plan and prepare to evacuate should conditions change.
*Hunters Valley Area (NEW)
*Barrett's Cove Boat Launch Area
*North Side of Hwy 132 from Merced Falls to Jones Rd.
*South Side of Hwy 132 from Jones Rd to Horseshoe Bend Including Horseshoe Bend Rec area.
9:18 P.M. Update Per CAL FIRE: Pedro Fire is now at 2,637 acres and 0% contained.
Thick vegetation and winds have been challenging for firefighters, but they are making progress on the main fire. Firefighters will continue to prioritize areas of the fire with the greatest threat and will work throughout the night to gain containment.
A fire information line has been established for the incident. 844-668-3473.
8:54 P.M. Update Per CAL FIRE: Pedro Fire is now at 2,637 acres.
Tuolumne County Fire Information Map
Photos taken from 3788 Hwy 132 at 6:20 P.M. Photo credit Harve Dearing
7:50 P.M. Update Per CAL FIRE: The Pedro fire burning in the Don Pedro area of Mariposa County is 900 acres and 0% contained. A fire information line has been established for the incident. 844-668-3473.
Update Per Mariposa County Sheriff's Office: FIRE INFORMATION LINE - A fire information line has been established for the incident. 844-668-3473.
EVACUATION WARNINGS: This warning has been issued to allow residents in the area to begin to plan and prepare to evacuate should conditions change.
*Barrett's Cove Boat Launch Area
*North Side of Hwy 132 from Merced Falls to Jones Rd.
*South Side of Hwy 132 from Jones Rd to Horseshoe Bend Including Horseshoe Bend Rec area.
EVACUATION CENTER
*American Red Cross Shelter-New Life Christian Fellowship (5089 Cole Rd, Mariposa, CA 95338)
*Mariposa County Health & Human Services will open a Temporary Evacuation Point at 3:30 P.M. and will be located at the Coulterville VFW Hall, 5019 Main St, Coulterville, CA
7:00 p.m. Update Per American Red Cross: In close partnership with emergency management, the Red Cross has closed the emergency shelter at New Life Christian Fellowship.
If someone has been impacted by the Pedro Fire & needs sheltering assistance, please call the Red Cross at 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
The American Red Cross has opened an evacuation shelter for evacuees affected by the Pedro Fire in Mariposa and Tuolumne Counties.
Shelter Location: New Life Christian Fellowship (5089 Cole Rd, Mariposa, CA 95338)
Red Cross volunteers will provide safe shelter, water and additional resources to evacuees displaced by the fire.
Mariposa County Public Information Map: https://t.co/fw0Dv9tfRQ
Small pets are welcome at the shelter and bringing carriers, food and supplies are encouraged.
Red Cross shelters are open to everyone in need, regardless of race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation or citizenship status. All disaster assistance is free.
Stay safe with these tips:
Be ready to evacuate.
Keep your emergency kit nearby.
Follow local authorities for evacuation updates.
If you or someone you know are in need of support or resources, please call the Mariposa County support services line at 209-259-0677, a member of their team will return your call.
CAL FIRE Madera-Mariposa-Merced Fire Information line: 844-668-3473.
6:30 P.M. per CAL FIRE: 900 acres
5:20 P.M. per CAL FIRE:
Situation Summary
600 grass and brush 0% contained Moderate / Dangerous rate of spread
Threat to structures and powerlines
Evacuation orders and warnings in place
Increase in fire behavior with short range spotting
Limited access
No divert on aircraft
Resources Assigned
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300 Personnel
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5 Helicopters
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22 Engines
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6 Dozers
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3 Water Tenders
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4 Crews
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20 Other Assigned
Numerous firefighting air tankers from throughout the State are flying fire suppression missions as conditions allow.
4:00 P.M. Per CAL FIRE: 600 acres and 0% contained.
A fire information line has been established for the incident. 844-668-3473.
3:55 P.M. Mariposa County Public Information Map: Here
Note per Mariposa County: During an emergency event, information can change rapidly. This map will be updated throughout the event as new information is provided, so please check the map often. To see the latest data, you may have to refresh the map. Evacuations Zones are for MARIPOSA COUNTY only, unless otherwise specified.
3:25 P.M. Update: Per CAL FIRE;The Pedro Fire is burning in the Don Pedro area of Mariposa County is 379 acres and 0% contained. A fire information line has been established for the incident. 844-668-3473.
July 30, 2024 - Mariposa County Sheriff's Office officials report a fire near 132 and Piney Creek in the Coulterville area. Please watch for responding emergency 
traffic.
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MAP OF AREA: https://arcg.is/0y0Hia
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EVACUATION ORDERS-Deputies are currently on scene actively evacuating residents in the area.
*Piney Creek Rd
*Arbolada Rd
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EVACUATION WARNINGS- EVACUATION WARNINGS- This warning has been issued to allow residents in the area to begin to plan and prepare to evacuate should conditions change.
*North Side of Hwy 132 from Merced Falls to Jones Rd
*South Side of Hwy 132 from Jones Rd to Horseshoe Bend Including Horseshoe Bend Rec area
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EVACUATION CENTER- Mariposa County Health & Human Services will open a Temporary Evacuation Point at 3:30 PM and will be located at the Coulterville VFW Hall, 5019 Main St, Coulterville, CA
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