Incident Update Boone Fire

Date:
09/04/2024
Time:
9:14 AM

Incident Facts

Name
Boone Fire
Start Date/Time
2024-09-03
Incident Status
Active
Location
Highway 198 and Boone Lane, Coalinga
Type
Wildfire
Cause
Under Investigation
Counties
Fresno
Administration Unit
CAL FIRE Fresno-Kings Unit
Unified Command Agency(s)
Size
11,000
Containment
5%
Structures Threatened
75
Structures Destroyed
Structures Damaged
Civilian Injuries
Firefighter Injuries
3
Civilian Fatalities
Firefighter Fatalities

Current Situation

Situation Summary

Extreme fire behavior continues with active burning in brush and tall grass on steep, rugged terrain. Limited access and erratic winds are complicating efforts. High temperatures and dry conditions persist, with maximum temperatures expected in the late afternoon to early evening. Firefighters face significant challenges due to high winds and difficult terrain.

Evacuation Zones

Evacuation Information:

Evacuation Orders

Evacuation Orders have been issued for the following zones:

  • Fresno County: P13
  • Fresno County: P21
  • Fresno County: P12

Evacuation Warnings

Evacuation Warnings have been issued for the following zones:

  • Fresno County: P22

Assigned Resources

Numerous firefighting air tankers from throughout the State are flying fire suppression missions as conditions allow.

Engines
20
Water Tenders
8
Dozers
11
Hand Crews
3
Total Personnel
175

Cooperating Agencies

Name Phone Address URL
Pacific Gas and Electric