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11-09-2026
Here is an overview of the news regarding the Lucas Fire:Lucas Fire Summary
- Location: Near the border line between Mendocino County and Lake County, southeast of the community of Potter Valley, California.
- Ignition & Spread: The fire ignited on the morning of Thursday, September 10, 2026. After starting in remote terrain of grass and oak, it rapidly grew throughout the afternoon and reached approximately 1,099 acres.
- Containment: As of Friday, September 11, 2026, containment is estimated at around 5%.
- Evacuation Status:
- Cal Fire issued mandatory evacuation orders for residents living in areas directly threatened near the fire perimeter.
- Evacuation warnings have been placed on neighboring sectors, urging individuals with livestock, pets, or mobility needs to prepare to leave immediately.
- A temporary evacuation center and an animal shelter have been established at the Lake County Fairgrounds (Baldwin Pavilion in Lakeport).
- Firefighting Operations: Ground crews and air assetsincluding night-flying helicoptershave been deployed to protect structures and battle erratic fire behavior in steep, difficult terrain under warm, dry conditions.
- Cause: The origin and cause of the wildfire remain under investigation.