"This fire is notable for its large size—nearly 12,000 acres—yet it was fully contained with minimal behavior, demonstrating effective management and resource deployment. The incident’s containment at 100% with only 16 personnel highlights efficient use of resources."
The Dillon wildfire, located 16 miles north of Orleans in Siskiyou County, California, was discovered on August 26, 2025. As of the latest update on September 8, 2026, the fire has burned 11,929 acres and is fully contained (100%) with minimal, smoldering behavior. The United States Forest Service (USFS) is the jurisdictional agency, and 16 personnel have been deployed to manage the incident. The fire’s natural cause and rapid containment reflect effective suppression efforts. The incident’s timeline shows a single entry indicating that the fire was fully contained by the time of reporting, with no further growth or changes noted.
Official source description: 16 Miles N from Orleans, CA
Minimal; Smoldering
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Crescent City. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently smoldering and fully contained, so general wildfire safety guidance applies. Residents should remain aware of local advisories but no immediate evacuation or sheltering is required.
IRWIN ID: {0140F0B6-2F32-4651-9008-E5AE2C38F547}
Discovered: Aug 26, 2025
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $58,250,000
Coordinates: 41.5301, -123.5406
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The Dillon Fire has burned 11,929 acres as of September 8, 2026.
Yes, the Dillon Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The Dillon Fire is burning in Siskiyou, CA.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the Dillon Fire remains active.
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