Coffee Pot Fire (CAKNP)
14,104 acre wildfire (93% contained)
Three Rivers, California, United States
Coffee Pot Fire
4,537 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Lone Pine, California, United States
Horseshoe Fire 2024
Wildfire Status:
As of October 29, 2024, the Coffee Pot Fire in Sequoia National Park has reached a size of 14,104 acres and is currently 93% contained. This wildfire, which ignited on August 3, 2024, due to lightning, is now being managed by a Type 5 Incident Management Team from the Sequoia National Park Fire Management Office. Ground and aerial patrols are actively monitoring the area for any changes or threats to the established containment lines. Since September 26, there have been no significant heat signatures detected near the containment area, although pockets of smoldering and burning remain within the fire footprint.
Fire agencies continue to implement strategic control measures to ensure the fire remains contained. Currently, approximately 40 personnel are dedicated to the ongoing monitoring and management of the situation. The weather conditions are mostly sunny with a slight chance of rain and snow expected in the region. Maximum temperatures are forecasted to range between 47-57°F, while humidity levels are relatively high, between 59-69%. These conditions are favorable for maintaining the containment lines and reducing the fire's potential for re-ignition.
For communities affected by the Coffee Pot Fire, evacuation notices are still in effect. Residents can refer to the Genasys website to determine their evacuation zones. Wildfire smoke may continue to impact air quality in surrounding areas, and residents are encouraged to stay informed about air quality conditions through resources like AirNow. The public is reminded that unauthorized aerial activities, including drone flights, are prohibited in wildfire zones to ensure the safety and effectiveness of ongoing fire response efforts.
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Containment History:
| Date | Percent Contained |
|---|---|
| 2024-08-14 | 0% contained |
| 2024-08-29 | 0% contained |
| 2024-08-30 | 3% contained |
| 2024-08-31 | 11% contained |
| 2024-09-02 | 13% contained |
| 2024-09-03 | 17% contained |
| 2024-09-04 | 25% contained |
| 2024-09-06 | 23% contained |
| 2024-09-08 | 27% contained |
| 2024-09-09 | 31% contained |
| 2024-09-11 | 37% contained |
| 2024-09-12 | 41% contained |
| 2024-09-13 | 59% contained |
| 2024-09-14 | 71% contained |
| 2024-09-17 | 79% contained |
| 2024-09-18 | 87% contained |
| 2025-03-24 | 93% contained |
Fire Growth History:
| Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-14 | 28 acres | 0.0 sq mi | 0.1 sq km |
| 2024-08-16 | 100 acres | 0.2 sq mi | 0.4 sq km |
| 2024-08-17 | 228 acres | 0.4 sq mi | 0.9 sq km |
| 2024-08-18 | 621 acres | 1.0 sq mi | 2.5 sq km |
| 2024-08-19 | 869 acres | 1.4 sq mi | 3.5 sq km |
| 2024-08-20 | 1305 acres | 2.0 sq mi | 5.2 sq km |
| 2024-08-21 | 1653 acres | 2.6 sq mi | 6.6 sq km |
| 2024-08-22 | 2231 acres | 3.5 sq mi | 8.9 sq km |
| 2024-08-23 | 2683 acres | 4.2 sq mi | 10.7 sq km |
| 2024-08-24 | 3017 acres | 4.7 sq mi | 12.1 sq km |
| 2024-08-25 | 3123 acres | 4.9 sq mi | 12.5 sq km |
| 2024-08-26 | 3434 acres | 5.4 sq mi | 13.7 sq km |
| 2024-08-27 | 3678 acres | 5.7 sq mi | 14.7 sq km |
| 2024-08-28 | 4552 acres | 7.1 sq mi | 18.2 sq km |
| 2024-08-29 | 5683 acres | 8.9 sq mi | 22.7 sq km |
| 2024-08-30 | 6994 acres | 10.9 sq mi | 28.0 sq km |
| 2024-08-31 | 7526 acres | 11.8 sq mi | 30.1 sq km |
| 2024-09-01 | 10164 acres | 15.9 sq mi | 40.7 sq km |
| 2024-09-02 | 11625 acres | 18.2 sq mi | 46.5 sq km |
| 2024-09-03 | 11953 acres | 18.7 sq mi | 47.8 sq km |
| 2024-09-04 | 12705 acres | 19.9 sq mi | 50.8 sq km |
| 2024-09-05 | 12915 acres | 20.2 sq mi | 51.7 sq km |
| 2024-09-06 | 13041 acres | 20.4 sq mi | 52.2 sq km |
| 2024-09-07 | 13252 acres | 20.7 sq mi | 53.0 sq km |
| 2024-09-08 | 13347 acres | 20.9 sq mi | 53.4 sq km |
| 2024-09-09 | 13440 acres | 21.0 sq mi | 53.8 sq km |
| 2024-09-10 | 13524 acres | 21.1 sq mi | 54.1 sq km |
| 2024-09-11 | 13715 acres | 21.4 sq mi | 54.9 sq km |
| 2024-09-12 | 13999 acres | 21.9 sq mi | 56.0 sq km |
| 2024-09-13 | 14071 acres | 22.0 sq mi | 56.3 sq km |
| 2024-09-14 | 14080 acres | 22.0 sq mi | 56.3 sq km |
| 2024-09-15 | 14081 acres | 22.0 sq mi | 56.3 sq km |
| 2024-09-18 | 14086 acres | 22.0 sq mi | 56.3 sq km |
| 2025-03-24 | 14104 acres | 22.0 sq mi | 56.4 sq km |