Hobson Fire (NVELD)
1,080 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Eureka, Nevada, United States
Hobson Fire
1,100 acre wildfire (100% contained)
McGill, Nevada, United States
North Creek Fire
Wildfire Status:
The Hobson Fire, which ignited due to lightning, has been fully contained at 1,080 acres as of August 19, 2024. The fire, located approximately 45 miles northwest of Ely, Nevada, primarily affected pinyon-pine and juniper, brush, grass, and light logging slash on public lands. Firefighters report minimal activity, with the fire now smoldering as they focus on securing and mopping up the fire lines.
Currently, there are 26 personnel actively working on the fire response efforts. The incident commander, Thomas McCollum, is leading the team, which is engaged in ensuring that the perimeter remains secure and that there are no flare-ups. The planned actions include continuing to deepen the secure areas along the fire lines and engaging fully in mop-up tactics to mitigate any remaining hotspots.
Weather conditions are a concern as the area is expected to remain dry through Friday, with afternoon winds increasing and relative humidity dropping to 15% or lower. These conditions could pose challenges for fire management, although the current fire behavior is minimal. The response teams are prepared to adapt to any changes in weather that could affect the fire's status.
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Containment History:
| Date | Percent Contained |
|---|---|
| 2024-08-19 | 0% contained |
| 2024-08-20 | 10% contained |
| 2024-08-21 | 20% contained |
| 2024-08-22 | 80% contained |
| 2024-08-23 | 90% contained |
| 2024-09-21 | 100% contained |
Fire Growth History:
| Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-19 | 938 acres | 1.5 sq mi | 3.8 sq km |
| 2024-08-21 | 938 acres | 1.5 sq mi | 3.8 sq km |
| 2024-09-21 | 1080 acres | 1.7 sq mi | 4.3 sq km |