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Harbor Fire Spreads Rapidly in Kelseyville, Evacuation Orders Issued

The Habor Fire as seen from the AlertCalifornia Fire Camera system

A fast-moving wildfire near Harbor Road and Boren Bega Drive in the Lake County community of Kelseyville has prompted evacuation orders this afternoon, Tuesday, September 10, 2024, as local authorities rushed to contain the blaze.

The fire, known as the Harbor Fire, ignited around 4:30 p.m. and has spread to approximately 4 acres with a rapid rate of growth, according to air attack above the fire. Multiple structures are threatened. Ground and air resources have been deployed to combat the flames.

Evacuation orders are currently in effect for the area designated Kelseyville E146, with officials urging residents to leave immediately. Footage from the Kelseyville fire camera shows a growing smoke column as crews work to bring the fire under control.


UPDATE 4:57 p.m.: The Genasys map shows new evacuation warnings have gone out.

The fire is pushing away from the structures into the lake, according to air crew.


Please remember that this story is unfolding. Information is being reported as we gather it. However, some of the information coming from witnesses and initial official reports could be wrong. We will do our best to get the facts but, in the case that something is inaccurate, we will update with correct information as soon as we can.


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Matt LaFever
Matt LaFeverhttps://mendofever.com/
For the past seven years, Matt LaFever has covered the North Coast of California in both print and radio news. A Humboldt State graduate, he has lived in the Emerald Triangle for nearly 20 years. His reporting spans local issues like crime and wildfires. When not writing, Matt is an avid outdoorsman, exploring Northern California’s rugged landscapes. Reach out to him at matthewplafever@gmail.com.

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