UPDATED: Dillon Fire burning on Six Rivers National Forest

Dillon Fire Quick Facts: SIX Rivers Press Release

Dillon Fire Update August 27, 2025—10:00 p.m.

Acres: 2134
Containment: 0%
Detection Date: August 25, 2025

Leader’s Intent: The Dillon Fire is being managed with a full suppression strategy emphasizing firefighter and public safety.

Operational Update: California Team 1 (CA-CIMT 1) will assume command of the Dillon Fire at 0730 on Friday, August 29.

Crews on the Dillon Fire continued their impressive initial attack activity while handling low resource availability due to a staggering spike in lightning strikes and ignitions across the Northern Operations region. Resources are beginning to arrive and will continue to over the coming days.

The fire spotting across the Klamath River occurred Tuesday afternoon just northwest of the Ti Bar residence area. The spot fire has been broken in half by old dozer line, with south edge initially kept in check with hose line laid throughout the night. As the day progressed, wind increased, causing multiple spot fires. The bulk of current resources are being utilized to go direct on the spot and doing structure protection.

On the south side of the fire is the Beans Ridge system and GO Road. Progressing down the hill from the GO road fire management will be looking for strategic containment line opportunities.

While the northern edge fire moving towards Dillon Creek is currently unstaffed due to lack of resources, plans are in place to review possibilities for control features as more firefighting resources arrive.

Operational objectives moving forward include going direct on the spot fire across the river and keeping it off threatened structures, constructing dozer and hand line along the Beans ridge system, and maintaining fire perimeter south of Dillon creek drainage.

Incident leadership is utilizing full suppression tactics with a combination of ground and aerial resources to minimize the fire to as small of footprint as possible. The primary objective is prioritizing the protection of structures in Ti Bar residence area on the east side of the river, with 25 structures under immediate threat from spot fires. Potential fire growth could see impacts and threats to 75 structures. Further leadership priority objectives include the protection of valuable and sensitive cultural resources in the vicinity of the fire and the minimization of impacts on the vital watershed and other recreational and natural resources.

Evacuations: There are evacuation orders and warnings in effect in the immediate vicinity of the fire. For current evacuation status, visitwww.facebook.com/SiskiyouCountySheriff. Additional evacuation information and a map can be found on the Genasys site athttps://protect.genasys.com/

Closures: California State Highway 96 is currently open to one way-controlled traffic; however, the public is advised to slow down, use caution, and expect minor delays with the increased firefighter presence and resource arrival to the area. Recreation sites of Dillon Creek Campground, Beans Camp, and Ti Bar River Access have been closed for wildfire suppression activities and public safety.

Weather & Fire Behavior: Over the past week, a storm system passed over northern California which resulted in over 4,000 lightning strikes. Now as the storm system dissipates, the local area will experience a warming and drying period which may last over the next week. This warming and drying pattern will impact overnight fuels recoveries and extend the burning period. Overall, the fire has been, and will continue to, exhibit active fire behavior – as observed by the 200-acre growth in 30 minutes on the first day of the incident.

Fire Safety & Prevention: Smoke will continue to drift into the Orleans Valley and the communities around Happy Camp from the Dillon Fire, as well as multiple fires on the Klamath NF. For those sensitive to smoke, stay inside until it is clear. Close windows and doors to help prevent smoke from entering your home and use an air purifier/AC (on re-circulate) if available. If going outside, wear a mask to filter pollutants.

As the holiday weekend draws near, the public is reminded to use caution with anything that can spark a wildfire. Ensure campfires are dead out and cool to the touch before leaving, trailer chains are properly secured and not dragging, and tires are properly inflated and in good condition before driving. Any visitors recreating in the area should be aware of potential changing road or recreation site closures due to wildfire suppression.

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Dillion Fire Information Update
August 26, 2025

Estimated size: 1,233 acres

Containment: 0%

Date of Origin: 8/25/25

Cause: Under investigation

Update: Firefighters on the Six Rivers National Forest are continuing response on the Dillon Fire located near Ti Bar north of Somes Bar in Siskiyou County. The fire was reported yesterday at approximately 6:30 p.m. A complex incident management team (CIMT) was ordered this morning.

Fire Behavior: The Dillon Fire is burning in steep, rugged terrain with heavy fuels.  Firefighters are working on full suppression with a focus on public and firefighter safety as the highest priority.

Roads and Highways: California State Highway 96 is currently open, but that status can change by the moment. The public should watch for increased firefighter traffic in the area as resources respond and check the Caltrans Quickmap for up-to-date road status information: http/www.quickmap.dot.ca.gov

Current Evacuation Information:

If you are in the following zones, LEAVE IMMEDIATELY:
SIS – 1402-A *NEW ORDER & NEW SPLIT*
SIS – 1503-A *NEW ORDER & NEW SPLIT*
SIS – 1509-B *NEW ORDER & NEW SPLIT*
SIS – 1506

If you are in these zones are now under an EVACUATION WARNING:
SIS-1402-B *NEW SPLIT*
SIS-1509-A *NEW SPLIT*
SIS-1604 *NEW WARNING*
SIS-1503-B *NEW SPLIT*
SIS-1300 *NEW WARNING*
SIS-1301*NEW WARNING*
SIS-1405
SIS-1408

How You Can Help: Our wildland fire crews are well equipped and cared for. Creating defensible space around your home is the BEST thing you can do to help firefighters. Learn how: https://www.ready.gov/wildfires. Banners and signs boosting morale are also appreciated. Please confirm needs by contacting organizations of your choice before donating items.

Recreation Opportunities: Many recreation areas remain open. However, Dillion Creek Campground has been closed due to the Dillion Fire. 

With Labor Day weekend approaching, area residents and visitors are reminded to be careful with anything that can spark a wildfire.  Visitors should also be aware of any road or recreation site closures due to wildfire suppression.

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EUREKA, Calif., August 26, 2025 — Firefighters on the Six Rivers National Forest are continuing response on the Dillon Fire located near T Bar north of Somes Bar in Siskiyou County.

The fire was reported yesterday at approximately 6:30 p.m. and as of the last acreage report round 10pm Monday night has grown rapidly to an estimated 923 acres. A new acreage estimate has been requested, and the cause is under investigation.

The Dillon Fire is burning in steep, rugged terrain with heavy fuels.  Firefighters are working on full suppression with a focus on public and firefighter safety as the highest priority.

A type 1 incident management team was ordered this morning.

California State Highway 96 is closed.  The public should watch for increased firefighter traffic in the area as resources respond.

Evacuation orders in the area are in place and being managed by Siskiyou County of Emergency Services.  Please visit the county OES facebook page for up to date information at facebook.com/SiskiyouCountyOES.

With Labor Day weekend approaching, area residents and visitors are reminded to be careful with anything that can spark a wildfire.  Visitors should also be aware of any road or recreation site closures due to wildfire suppression.

For more information about this incident and the Six Rivers National Forest, visit www.fs.usda.gov/r05/sixrivers or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SixRiversNF .

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The Lookout August 26th breakdown

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