"Although the fire is relatively small, its continued activity without containment highlights the need for monitoring and potential resource allocation as conditions evolve."
The Kelso wildfire, located in Alameda County, California, was discovered on July 22, 2026, and remains active as of the latest update. The incident covers 12.27 acres with no reported containment, and the cause is undetermined. No jurisdictional agency or personnel details are available, and no fire behavior or weather conditions have been reported. The fire has not shown any changes in size or containment since its initial report, indicating a stable but uncontained situation.
Moderate air quality. Unusually sensitive individuals should consider reducing prolonged outdoor exertion.
Nearest reporting station: Livermore. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies: stay informed about local conditions, follow any official advisories, and be prepared to evacuate if instructed.
IRWIN ID: {86737018-4984-41A4-B4BF-86CACFA503E4}
Discovered: Jul 22, 2026
Cause: Undetermined
Coordinates: 37.8006, -121.594
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The KELSO Fire has burned 12 acres as of August 26, 2026.
The KELSO Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined.
The KELSO Fire is burning in Alameda, CA.
No, the KELSO Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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