Firefighters made significant strides overnight against the Point Fire near Lake Sonoma, which has now ravaged 1,100 acres of grass, brush, and timber, destroying an unknown number of structures. Favorable conditions have pushed containment up to 20%. However, the fire remains a threat to structures, powerlines, and critical infrastructure.
Hundreds of firefighters from across Northern California have converged on the incident located near the southeastern shores of Lake Sonoma northwest of Healdsburg. Aerial night water drops have significantly bolstered containment lines by targeting hot spots. Air attack operations will resume today to further strengthen these lines.
Despite the calm overnight winds aiding firefighting efforts and minimizing fire growth, active fire behavior with short-range spotting and wind-driven runs was still observed.
Evacuation orders for Zone SON-2E2 and evacuation warnings for Zone SON-2E3 remain in place, as issued by the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office
An update from CAL FIRE LNU warns the potential for the fire to spread remains high today with high winds forecasted. Residents in surrounding areas are urged to take preparedness measures and stay vigilant.
In addition to the immediate threat posed by the fire, air quality in the area is expected to range from moderate to unhealthy. Residents are advised to stay indoors if possible to avoid the smoke.
The public is encouraged to remain informed through local authorities and to follow any evacuation orders or warnings promptly.
The Point Fire began yesterday around 12:44 p.m. and by nightfall had exploded to 900 acres fueled by high winds, afternoon heat, and low relative humidity.
For more information and updates, visit the Sonoma County Sheriff’s Office and CAL FIRE LNU websites.
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Again why are we even doing controlled burns at this time cause we know they might get away from us. God help us!!!
Am very surprised that a connection to 6/14 control burn and the Point Fire has not been at least speculated about. It looks like Linda Hill below is thinking it too.
I didn’t know about the controlled burn I had just read about them doing one on hwy. 101 from Hopland to Ridgewood summit when I read about this fire. But why are they waiting so long to do these burns?It doesn’t make sense.