Incident Update Metz Fire

Date:
07/23/2024
Time:
5:30 PM

Incident Facts

Name
Metz Fire
Start Date/Time
2024-07-23
Incident Status
Active
Location
Metz Road, east of Greenfield
Type
Wildfire
Cause
Under Investigation
Counties
Monterey
Administration Unit
CAL FIRE San Benito-Monterey Unit
Unified Command Agency(s)
Size
565
Containment
0%
Structures Threatened
Structures Destroyed
Structures Damaged
Civilian Injuries
Firefighter Injuries
Civilian Fatalities
Firefighter Fatalities

Current Situation

Situation Summary

The Metz Fire has burned 565 acres of grassland, which is 0% contained, with a critical rate of spread. The fire's progression is exacerbated by high temperatures of 105°F, low relative humidity at 24%, and winds from the NW at 7 mph, gusting up to 19 mph. Challenging weather conditions and difficult terrain are hindering suppression efforts. In response, significant augmentation of both air and ground resources is underway to combat the fire.