"Although the Dennis Fire is relatively small, its continued activity and lack of containment highlight the need for ongoing monitoring and potential resource deployment."
The Dennis Fire was discovered on August 11, 2026, in El Dorado County, California, and is currently active under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service. As of the latest update on August 20, 2026, the fire has burned 16.2 acres with no containment reported. The cause remains undetermined, and no specific fire behavior or weather conditions have been documented. The incident has not yet merged into another fire and remains an active threat in the area.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Placerville. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed of local updates, avoid the area if possible, and follow any evacuation orders issued by authorities.
IRWIN ID: {2AE2CCDB-B754-465F-A338-5291FDC4C840}
Discovered: Aug 11, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Managing Agency: USFS
Coordinates: 38.6981, -120.3747
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The DENNIS Fire has burned 16 acres as of August 20, 2026.
The DENNIS Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The DENNIS Fire is burning in El Dorado, CA.
No, the DENNIS Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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