MODIS map of the Pedro Fire in Mariposa and Toulumne Counties on Wednesday morning
Note: 1,200 Pixels Wide
Points on the map represent activity identified as "hot" by satellite sensors. This could be a wildfire and this system is monitored by firefighting agencies for early warning.
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Pedro Fire in Mariposa and Tuolumne Counties Updates for Thursday, August 1, 2024
July 31, 2024 - Pedro Fire in Mariposa and Tuolumne Counties Updates for Wednesday, July 31
Evening Update Per Mariposa County Sheriff's Office:
PEDRO FIRE UPDATE
EVACUATION ORDERS REDUCED TO EVACUATION WARNINGS
The following Evacuation Order areas have been reduced to Evacuation Warnings and are open to residents only. Residents will need to show identification to enter the areas
*Hunters Valley Area: Hunters Valley Road & Detwiller Rd
*Piney Creek Trailer Park
*Spring Gulch
MAP OF AREA: https://arcg.is/1yn8uu0
Be aware that heavy fire and emergency traffic will remain in the area as fire suppression/repair efforts continue.
Please continue to avoid the area as much as possible. If you must be in the area, please drive with extreme caution.
EVACUATION WARNINGS LIFTED
*All areas North of Hwy 132
ROAD CLOSURE
*Hunters Valley Rd- Residents Only
*Piney Creek Rd past the trailer park
*Spring Gulch- Residents Only
*Detwiller Rd-Residents Only
FIRE INFORMATION: A fire information line has been established for the incident. 1-844-668-3473
CAL FIRE INCIDENT INFORMATION: https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2024/7/30/pedro-fire
GENERAL INFORMATION FOR RETURNING HOME AFTER A FIRE Safety Information: Residents are asked not to wander around their property if possible. Please stay inside or near your homes while fire personnel remain working in the area. Fire personnel will continue to work in the above areas all hours of the day and night. Inspect surroundings with caution: Be extremely cautious around trees, power poles, and other structures that may have been weakened by the fire. High winds can easily topple such compromised structures. Maintain a fire watch: Regularly check your property for any signs of residual fires, like smoke or hidden embers, especially in concealed areas like roof gutters.
Please call 911 if you need to report any fire danger or dangerous situations to your home or property.
Returning Home after a fire: Returning Home Checklist | CAL FIRE (readyforwildfire.org)
SPOILED FOOD: The Don Pedro Transfer Station will be open Thursday, August 1 through Saturday, August 3, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. They will be accepting bagged spoiled food free of charge.
Other household refuse and recycling will be accepted at the regular rate.
6:05 P.M. Per CAL FIRE: Containment rises to 10%
4:10 P.M. Per CAL FIRE: 7% Contained - 3,647 Acres
11:52 A.M. Per Tuolumne County Information Map:
Evacuation Warning for east of Hwy 132 between Ranchito Dr to Arbolada Dr, including, but not limited to:
Merced Falls Rd, Castillo Way, and Barrett Cove Marina and Recreation area
9:06 A.M.: First helicopter on the way to the fire.
8:35 A.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
7:15 A.M. Air Quality using Purple Air
5:46 A.M. Per CAL FIRE: 7% Contained - 2,727 Acres
Per Mariposa County Sheriff's Office:
PEDRO FIRE- Fire Reported near 132 and Piney Creek in the Coulterville area. Please watch for responding emergency traffic.
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FIRE INFORMATION: A fire information line has been established for the incident. 1844-668-3473
CAL FIRE INCIDENT INFORMATION- https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2024/7/30/pedro
Camera View- https://cameras.alertcalifornia.org/...
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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.
*Hunters Valley Area- Hunters Valley Rd to Bear Valley Rd & Detwiller Rd
*Piney Creek Rd
*Arbolada Rd
If you need assistance with large animals/ livestock please contact the Sheriff’s Office at 209-966-3615
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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
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EVACUATION SHELTER INFORMATION
McCay Hall- 2820 Highway 140 Catheys Valley
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).
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ROAD CLOSURES
*Piney Creek
*Arbolada
*Hunters Valley Rd
*Spring Gulch
*Cotten Creek at Hunters Valley Rd
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MSO ALERT/ EVERBRIDGE NOTIFICATIONS
Evacuation Order and Evacuation Warnings are sent via MSO Alert/Everbridge to the affected areas only. This is in order to limit confusion for those not in the affected areas or not familiar with the areas. Daily general fire updates will be sent to all those enrolled in the MSO Alert/Everbridge system. For more up to date information please visit our Facebook page at Mariposa Sheriff Facebook, or download the Mariposa County Sheriff App from the Google Play store or the Apple Store. If you live in any of the affected areas and have not received messages please contact our office at 209-966-3615 extension 2206.
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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.
Click here for: Mariposa County Pedro Fire Updates for Tuesday, July 30, 2024
