Mount Irish Fire (NVELD)

Wildfire Status:

The Mount Irish Fire is currently burning approximately 30 miles east of Rachel, Nevada, within the Mount Irish Range. The fire has grown to a size of 6,315 acres and is reported to be 99% contained as of the latest update. Fire activity remains minimal, characterized by smoldering and creeping in isolated pockets. Although the perimeter shows little to no significant growth, firefighters are vigilant as ground fuels continue to burn slowly, and occasional smoke may still be visible.

The response to the fire includes a total of 17 personnel from the Nevada Type 3 Incident Management Team (Team 4). Their planned actions involve ongoing patrol and monitoring of the fire area to ensure that no heat remains near control lines, as well as suppression repair efforts to restore damaged areas and prevent erosion. Resources will continue to be allocated to maintain control lines and address any potential fire growth, particularly towards the north and northeast.

Weather conditions are playing a critical role in the fire's behavior. Dry conditions are expected to persist, with afternoon relative humidity levels dropping to single digits and only slightly recovering overnight. Winds are anticipated to shift towards the southerly and southwesterly directions, with speeds expected to increase in the coming days. High temperatures are projected to remain warm, reaching the mid-to-upper 80s, potentially complicating the firefighting efforts. Fire crews are prepared for the challenges posed by these weather conditions as they work towards full containment of the fire by the estimated date of July 11, 2025.

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