Dome Fire Update, September 19, 2026 (morning)

September 21, 2026

The Dome Fire grew by 149 acres overnight as of the morning of September 19, 2026, while containment remained at 15%, according to an update from the National Park Service.

Fire activity continues to push toward the old and existing perimeters of the 2017 Empire and South Fork fires. Those previously burned areas may influence the Dome Fire’s spread as crews continue containment efforts.

Officials are monitoring the fire’s movement and will provide additional updates as conditions change.

Read the full story at https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/news/dome-fire-update-september-19-2026-morning.htm

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