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Tamarack Fire 45% contained; Evacuations lifted for some
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The Tamarack Fire, which sat at an estimated 500 acres as of Friday night, has grown to over 6,000 acres and closed multiple highways in the area, according to the Alpine County Sheriff s Office.
The lightning-caused fire, which is located near Markleeville, has been currently mapped by fire officials at 6,600 acres and containment information is not yet available.
According to Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest officials, the fire is active on all flanks and exhibiting high rates of spread as it burns timber and bush.
Tamarack Fire Update: Firefighters Make Stand Outside Markleeville; Pacific Crest Trail Shut Down; Gusty Winds, Dry Lightning In Forecast
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Tamarack Fire
Alpine County, CA Some evacuations have been called for in Alpine County due to a wildfire.
The Tamarack Fire ignited on July 4 near Markleeville in the Humboldt-Toiyabe National Forest. After remaining small for several weeks, it jumped to 500 acres by this afternoon, and is now up to 1,600 acres this evening. The Alpine County Sheriff’s Office reports that evacuations have been ordered for Markleeville, Grover’s Hot Springs Park and Campground, Shay Creek, Markleeville Village and East Fork Resort. The Forest Service earlier indicated that the fire was caused by a lightning strike.
Officials are increasing the suppression attack. Two helicopters, a VLAT (Very Large Air Tanker), some single engine air tankers and air attack have been on scene today