Evacuation orders, warnings lifted for the June Lightning Complex Fire
FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) -- Fire crews are working to gain ground on the Fresno June Lightning Complex Fire burning in Eastern Fresno County.
It now encompasses three large fires: the Bolt, Flash and Hog fires, as well as several smaller ones.
The Hog Fire started on Tuesday, but the Bolt Fire near Wonder Valley Ranch and Flash Fire near Cove Road started after multiple lighting strikes on Monday.
Fresno County activates Emergency Operations Center to respond to June Lightning Complex Fires
Fresno County has activated the Emergency Operations Center in response to the Fresno June Lightning Complex Fire and its evacuation orders.
The center is a central hub for multiple Fresno County agencies to help aid during emergencies.
Staff from Emergency Services, the County Administrative Office, the Fresno County Sheriff's Office, CALFIRE, Public Works and Planning, Internal Services, Public Health, County Counsel, Social Services, and the National Weather Service will provide updates, assist residents and facilitate repairs around the clock.
For more information, click here.
Kings Canyon Unified closes Dunlap Elementary School for the rest of the week
The Kings Canyon Unified School District has closed Dunlap Elementary School for the rest of the week.
The school district says the closure is due to the Fresno June Lightning Complex fire burning nearby.
Dunlap Elementary is dealing with a lack of power and water at the school.
The school and its summer learning program have been shut down since Tuesday.
The district says depending on conditions, the school may be able to reopen on monday.
Fresno June Lightning Complex Fire details
The newly renamed "Fresno June Lightning Complex Fire" consists of the "Flash," "Bolt" and "Hog" fires.
As of Wednesday night, all three fires have burned 9,131 acres and are collectively 26% contained.
At least 750 structures are currently being threatened by the fire.
Fresno County CAL FIRE says high winds and the terrain are posing a threat to getting the fire contained.
CAL FIRE is joined by crews from Kings and Ventura County.
Individual Fire statistics
Flash Fire - 2,180 acres,15% containment. The Flash Fire is located on Kings Canyon Road and Cove Road it is part of the Fresno June Lightning Complex. This fire continues to burn in steep, rocky terrain which is making access difficult for firefighters. Terrain continues to be a main influence of the fire.
Bolt Fire - 4,556 acres, 10% containment. The Bolt Fire is located on Palomino Drive and Elwood Road in the Wonder Valley area and is part of the Fresno June Lightning Complex. This fire continues to burn in steep, rugged terrain in grass, oak woodlands.
Hog Fire - 180 acres, 40% containment. The Hog Fire is located on Watts Valley Road and Hog Mt Road and is part of the Fresno June Lightning Complex. This fire is burning is grass, oak woodlands and in a remote area.
