Grassy Mountain Fire (NVELD)
268 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Pioche, Nevada, United States
Grassy Mountain Fire
8,345 acre wildfire (15% contained)
Ely, Nevada, United States
Broom Canyon Fire
Wildfire Status:
The Grassy Mountain Fire, which was ignited by lightning, has burned a total of 268 acres and is currently 100-percent contained. Firefighters are actively working to secure the fire's edge and conduct mop-up operations along the control lines. The fire, located on public lands west of Pony Springs, approximately 30 miles northwest of Pioche, Nevada, was first reported shortly after 2:30 p.m. on August 21, 2024. The incident commander overseeing the operation is Frank Goodson from the Bureau of Land Management's Ely District.
As of the latest update, a total of 23 personnel are involved in managing the incident. Fire behavior has been minimal, primarily smoldering, which is a positive indicator for containment efforts. The current weather conditions pose some challenges, as a Red Flag Warning is in effect until 11 p.m. tonight, potentially affecting fire behavior and firefighting efforts. The planned actions include continuing to secure the fire's edge and gaining more depth along the control lines to ensure complete safety and containment.
Overall, the fire response has been effective, and with ongoing efforts to secure and mop up, the situation is under control as firefighters work diligently to finalize containment operations.
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Containment History:
| Date | Percent Contained |
|---|---|
| 2024-08-23 | 80% contained |
| 2024-08-24 | 90% contained |
| 2024-09-17 | 100% contained |
Fire Growth History:
| Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-23 | 268 acres | 0.4 sq mi | 1.1 sq km |
| 2024-09-17 | 268 acres | 0.4 sq mi | 1.1 sq km |