Marble Complex Fire

## Marble Complex Fire Report - July 29, 2025 ### Fire Start, Size and Growth **Start Date/Time/Location**: The Marble Complex Fire was first reported on July 3, 2025, at approximately 11:20 a.m. The fire ignited in the Marble Mountain Wilderness, Siskiyou County, California. **Size and Containment**: As of July 23, 2025, the Marble Complex Fire has burned 747 acres and is 90% contained. **Fuels, Growth and Rate of Spread**: The fire complex consists of multiple fires, with the Summit Fire and Jacket Fire being the largest. The Summit Fire has shown more active behavior, with slope-driven runs and some spotting reported over the Pacific Crest Trail. The Jacket Fire has shown minimal activity and reached 96% containment by July 4, 2025, moving into patrol status. The fire is burning in timber and brush, with previous burn scars present. **Containment Efforts**: Unified command is in place, involving the United States Forest Service (Klamath National Forest) and CAL FIRE. Firefighters are working to create and strengthen control lines, employing direct and indirect suppression tactics in steep and rugged terrain. ### Emergency Information **Evacuations and Sheltering:** **Mandatory Evacuation Orders**: Evacuation orders have been in effect for specific zones, including SIS-1414 and SIS-2100-A for the Summit Incident, and SIS-1708 and SIS-1709 for the Jacket Incident. **Evacuation Warnings**: Evacuation warnings have also been issued for zones such as SIS-2100-B for the Summit Incident. **Evacuation Shelters and Information**: Information regarding evacuation zones and shelters can be found through CAL FIRE and local authorities. A community meeting was held on July 6, 2025, to provide updates. **Road and Infrastructure Closures:** Information regarding specific road closures related to the Marble Complex Fire is not detailed in the provided reports. However, a Forest Closure Order has been in effect due to the Summit Fire, advising residents and visitors to avoid affected areas. **For more information, visit:** * [CAL FIRE Marble Complex Fire Page]: https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/2025/7/3/marble-complex-fire/ (Note: This is a placeholder URL as the exact CAL FIRE page for this incident was not directly provided in the search results, but this is where such information is typically found.) * [Klamath National Forest - Marble Complex Information]: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/klamath/fire-incidents/?cid=FSEPRD1100105 (Note: This is a placeholder URL for relevant forest service information.) * [InciWeb - Marble Complex Information]: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7995/ (Note: This is a placeholder URL for InciWeb, a primary source for wildfire information.) ### Current Impact **Impacts:** **Injuries and Fatalities**: No specific injuries or fatalities directly attributed to the Marble Complex Fire have been reported in the provided information. **Structures Impacted**: The fire is located in a wilderness area, and while threats to structures have been noted, specific numbers of impacted structures are not detailed in the recent reports. **School and Business Closures**: No information on school or business closures related to this fire is available in the provided reports. **Notable Impacts**: The fire is burning in a remote and rugged area, with potential impacts to wilderness and recreation values. Smoke from the fires in Northern California has been observed moving southwest. **Safety Concerns:** **Power Outages**: No power outages have been reported in relation to the Marble Complex Fire. **Water Safety**: No water safety concerns have been reported. **Burn Bans**: While not explicitly stated for this fire, it is common for burn bans to be in effect in California during wildfire season. Residents should check local and state fire authority advisories. **Air Quality**: Smoke from fires in Northern California, including the Marble Complex, can affect air quality in surrounding areas. Residents are advised to monitor air quality reports and take precautions if necessary. ### Ongoing Outlook **Containment Projections**: As of July 23, 2025, the Marble Complex Fire is 90% contained. Containment efforts are ongoing, with firefighters working to secure the remaining uncontained portions of the fire. **Weather and Wind Warnings**: Recent weather has been hot and dry, with temperatures in the 80s and light winds. A warming trend is forecast, with potential for increased fire behavior due to hotter and drier conditions. There is also a chance of thunderstorms returning to the forecast. ### Cause and the Role of Weather and Climate **Cause**: The cause of the Marble Complex Fire is currently under investigation. **Weather and Climate**: The fire ignited following widespread thunderstorms and lightning across the Klamath National Forest. The current hot and dry weather conditions, with low humidity, contribute to fire spread and behavior. California is experiencing a developing flash drought with early-season dryness, increasing the risk of significant fires. ### For more information, visit: * [CAL FIRE Incidents Page]: https://www.fire.ca.gov/incidents/ * [InciWeb Incident Information]: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/ * [Klamath National Forest Fire Information]: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/klamath/fire-incidents/

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