Smoke is drifting into our area from a fire burning in Calaveras County in Northern California.
The Gann Fire started near Hogan Dam Road and Gann Road near Valley Springs around 5:30 p.m. on Monday and now is more than 9,300 acres and currently 10% contained.
Evacuation warnings and orders are in effect for parts of the county.
You can get the latest evacuation information here.
The Placer County Sheriff's Office says its deputies are assisting with additional evacuations if needed and providing security in evacuated areas to help protect homes and property.
The fire started near Hogan Dam Road and Gann Road near Valley Springs around 5:30 p.m. on Monday and now is more than 9,300 acres and currently 10% contained.
All Calaveras Unified School District campuses were closed Wednesday as smoke from the fire impacts communities across the county.
The cause is under investigation.
California has secured a Fire Management Assistance Grant from @FEMA to help ensure critical resources are available to suppress the #GannFire in Calaveras County.
— Governor Gavin Newsom (@CAgovernor) August 5, 2026
Residents in affected areas should follow guidance from local emergency officials. pic.twitter.com/jkwRfYmH1Y
