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Norte Fire — 570ac 25% contained

5.0
33.4802°N, 117.6520°W·US-CA
Started 2d ago
NIFC data as of
Event Details
Typewildfire
Severity5.0
Statusactive
Location33.4802°N, 117.6520°W (CA)
Started2026-10-16T18:32:56+00:00
Last Updated2026-10-18T12:07:49.632799+00:00
Sourcenifc
Source URLdata-nifc.opendata.arcgis.com
Confidence1.00
Impact Zones — modeled
Active Fire Perimeter
Active fire. Immediate life threat. Mandatory evacuation likely in effect.
0.9 km
Evacuation Zone
Evacuation warnings likely. Prepare to leave immediately if ordered.
3.9 km
Smoke & Ember Zone
Ember showers and heavy smoke possible. Reduced visibility. Respiratory hazard.
10.9 km
Air Quality Impact Zone
Degraded air quality from smoke. Sensitive groups should limit outdoor activity.
30.9 km

Zone estimates are based on scientific models and may differ from actual local conditions.

Impact Analysis
Population Exposed1,764,889
Structures in Zone19,191
Hospitals12
Schools218
Fire Stations60

Population from ACS 5-Year 2022 tract sampling; structure counts from Microsoft Building Footprints or Census ACS housing data, capped by USGS NLCD 2021 developed land. Estimates for situational awareness — not for actuarial, regulatory, or underwriting use.

Historical Comparison
2025 Hurst56% match

800 acres vs current 570 acres, same state (CA)

CA
2023 Ranch56% match

793 acres vs current 570 acres, same state (CA)

CA
2020 Knee Cap56% match

781 acres vs current 570 acres, same state (CA)

CA

Historical comparison based on peril type, geography, and severity. Past events do not predict future outcomes.

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Zone estimates are based on scientific models and may differ from actual local conditions.