Archive · 5 Aug 2025
Big Bear Lake's Gold Fire Spreads Amid Busy Wildfire Season
A new fire called the Gold Fire started near Big Bear Lake in California.
It quickly spread, burning a lot of land.
Firefighters are working hard, but it's tough because it's windy and hot, and the area is hard to reach.
This fire is happening at a time when there are already many other fires burning, and firefighters are busy.
The cause is still unknown, but officials think it could be from lightning or people.
People near the fire are safe for now, but they should listen to any warnings from the authorities.
A wildfire, dubbed the Gold Fire, broke out near Big Bear Lake, California.
The fire has burned approximately 80 acres in Holcomb Valley.
The cause of the fire is under investigation.
Firefighting resources are stretched thin due to multiple active wildfires.
Extreme heat and wind conditions are expected to worsen fire risks.
- Who
- San Bernardino National Forest fire crews and CAL FIRE.
- What
- The Gold Fire, a wildfire near Big Bear Lake.
- When
- The fire started around 9:15 a.m. on Monday.
- Where
- Holcomb Valley, near Big Bear Lake, California.
- Why
- The cause is under investigation; possibilities include dry lightning and human activity.
- Fire Name
- Gold Fire
- Location
- Holcomb Valley, CA
- Acres Burned
- 80
- Cause
- Under investigation
- Fire Season Status
- Most active since 2020
Sources
Gifford Fire: Highway 166 Shut, Evacuations Ordered As Blaze Burns Over 39,000 Acres In California
Lakeland Fire: Here's The Full List Of Evacuation Zones As Blaze Nears Homes In Clearlake
California's Gifford Fire Explodes To 65,000 Acres; Las Vegas Air Quality Impacted By Smoke
