Dome Fire in Yosemite Grows to 3,795 Acres
Dome Fire in Yosemite Grows to 3,795 Acres
US · Published Sep 24, 2026
The Dome Fire in Yosemite National Park has grown to 3,795 acres as of September 23, 2026, with containment at 15% (NPS, 2026).
Firefighters are focusing efforts on the north and northeast sides of the fire, particularly between Horse Ridge and Empire Meadows, where activity has been moderate.

Impact & Risks

Currently, there are no evacuation orders or warnings in place, and no immediate threats to infrastructure or developed areas have been reported (NPS, 2026). However, the fire continues to burn in isolated pockets of fuel, and its growth remains a concern. Trails in the affected area, including the Chilnualna Falls trail and trails leading to Buena Vista and Crescent Lakes, are closed. Visitors to Yosemite National Park are advised to avoid these areas for their safety.

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