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10-09-2026
Here is a summary of the news regarding the Steele Fire:OverviewOn Wednesday morning, September 9, 2026, a vegetation fire named the Steele Fire ignited in Napa County near Lake Berryessa. It was first reported at around 10:50 a.m. in the 9400 block of Steele Canyon Road, south of the lake.Key Details
- Acreage & Terrain: The fire burned in steep terrain, quickly growing to an estimated 45 to 70 acres before crews brought its spread under control.
- Evacuations: Officials issued an evacuation warning for zone BER-E008 (east of Steele Canyon Road, west of Wragg Canyon Road, and north of Highway 128). At least one structure was reported threatened.
- Firefighting Response: Approximately 110 firefighting personnel responded to the scene, supported by 19 fire engines, five water tenders, and two helicopters.
- Containment & Status: Good progress on both flanks allowed firefighters to stop the fire’s forward progress by early afternoon. Shortly after 1:00 p.m., the evacuation warning was officially lifted.
- Cause: The cause of the fire remains under investigation.