The Stockade Canyon Fire burning northwest of Gerlach continues to grow in containment. 

The Forest Service says the 18,212-acre fire is now 95% contained after starting on July 23rd by a lightning strike. 

The BLM says there are no evacuations, although there are three homes and corrals threatened. 

The BLM reports four undisclosed injuries. 

Original Story, July 26:

The Stockade Canyon fire is burning about 19 miles northwest of Gerlach.

According to the Bureau of Land Management, the fire is over 10,000 acres and is five percent contained.

The fire was started by lightning on Tuesday, July 23.

Three homes are threatened, as well as some historical buildings and corrals.

Although no evacuations are in place, residents near Highway 447 near Fish Ranch and Clear Creek should be prepared to evacuate, since the fire is getting closer to Highway 447.

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There are over 96 personnel on scene, including engines, dozers, helicopters and other air units.