Fire breaks out in San Bernardino County, close to Big Bear, causing a gold blaze.
Gold Fire in Holcomb Valley Near Big Bear Continues to Burn
As of August 7, 2025, the Gold Fire in Holcomb Valley near Big Bear, San Bernardino County, has grown to approximately 1,079 acres and is now 15% contained. The wildfire, which erupted on Forest Service 3N10, has prompted evacuation orders for the Holcomb Valley Campground and the Pinnacles Climbing Area.
Several forest service roads remain closed, including 3N10, 3N07, 3N32, and 3N43. Firefighting efforts involve around 500 personnel, with multiple air tankers continuing fire suppression operations.
Initially, the fire had burned 348 acres by Monday afternoon, but containment improved over the following days. Two crews, ten engines, and two water tenders have responded to the fire, with the San Bernardino County Fire Department assisting in the response.
The San Bernardino National Forest is also involved in managing the wildfire, which is proving difficult to contain due to its inaccessibility and steep terrain. On-scene units are working to get hoselay tied at the fire scene.
Chelsea Hylton, a web producer for a Los Angeles news outlet, is covering the local breaking news across the Southern California region. An Inglewood native, Chelsea has a master's degree from USC and previously worked at NBC LA, Telemundo 52, The Los Angeles Times, and KOMO 4 News in Seattle.
The Gold Fire is still ongoing, and local evacuation orders and road closures remain in place for safety. It is important to stay informed and follow updates from local authorities for the latest information on the Gold Fire and any related road closures or evacuation orders.
Breaking news: The Gold Fire in environmental-science continues to pose a threat to the Holcomb Valley near Big Bear, as the wildfire has grown to over 1,000 acres and is proving difficult to contain due to its inaccessibility and steep terrain. Stay tuned for updates on the latest weather conditions, as these factors may influence the behavior of the fire.
