CALAVERAS COUNTY, Calif. — The Loma Fire is drawing attention in Calaveras County as firefighters respond to a wildfire that has burned approximately 10 to 15 acres, according to information from CAL FIRE published Thursday, August 20, 2026. Evacuation measures have been put in place in areas affected by the fire as crews work to control the flames.
Evacuations are among the key developments surrounding the incident. Residents within affected evacuation areas are being urged to follow instructions from local authorities and leave when directed rather than waiting for conditions to worsen or for the fire to become visible from their properties.
Smoke from the wildfire is also creating concerns for nearby communities. Residents in areas affected by smoke should remain attentive to official information and emergency notifications, particularly as wildfire conditions can change rapidly.
The current Loma Fire is located in Calaveras County and is separate from the well-known 2016 Loma Fire in the Santa Cruz Mountains. The earlier fire burned 4,474 acres, according to the historical information referenced in the available reports, and began near Loma Prieta Road and Loma Chiquita Road in Santa Clara County.
Residents near the current fire are encouraged to monitor official evacuation notifications and remain prepared to leave if authorities expand or change evacuation measures. Having at least two possible routes out of the area can help residents respond quickly if conditions deteriorate.
People in areas at risk are also advised to keep vehicles fueled and ready, gather essential medications and identification, secure important documents, and prepare pets and livestock for possible evacuation. Residents should avoid entering areas that have been closed or evacuated and follow directions from firefighters and law enforcement.
Evacuation boundaries and other emergency measures can change as firefighters assess the fire’s movement and behavior. Residents should therefore continue monitoring official emergency alerts and local authorities for the latest information rather than relying on earlier reports or assuming conditions will remain unchanged.
The latest available information places the fire at approximately 10 to 15 acres, with evacuations and smoke concerns reported in connection with the incident. Authorities have not provided additional confirmed details in the information available here regarding the fire’s cause, injuries, property damage or containment. Residents in and around the affected area should remain alert and follow official evacuation and safety instructions.
