Fire evacuation order withdrawn in Fresno County for the Max Fire incident
**Max Fire Update: Containment Increases, Evacuation Order Lifted in Fresno County**
The Max Fire, which started on July 13, 2025, is currently burning in Fresno County, California, specifically in the Sierra National Forest. The fire is located southeast of Barnes Mountain, near Pine Flat Lake, in the Blue Canyon area, not far from the Tollhouse community.
As of July 16, 2025, the fire has burned approximately 426 acres and is 20% contained. Earlier containment figures reported 10% on Tuesday morning and 5% on Sunday night, reflecting steady progress by firefighting crews.
Evacuation orders have been lifted for zone K61, an area near Bob's Flat Road and Soaproot Saddle Road. However, some road closures remain in effect in some areas for ongoing fire operations. There have been no reports of structures damaged or injuries.
The Max Fire is burning in grass and oak woodland. The fire has caused poor air quality, leading to warnings for sensitive groups and the cancellation of a local youth event. The fire crews continue to focus on containment and mop-up as conditions allow.
The cause of the fire is still under investigation. The United States Forest Service—Sierra National Forest is the agency having jurisdiction.
For more information on the Max Fire and updates, please visit the official CAL FIRE and local agency channels.
## Key Updates
- Evacuation orders have been lifted as of July 16, 2025, but road closures and fire activity persist in the area. - Crews continue to focus on containment and mop-up as conditions allow. - Air quality impacts may continue for local communities.
Officials advise checking official CAL FIRE and local agency channels for the latest updates as the situation develops.
- The general news about the Max Fire includes updates on weather conditions, as the fire crews continue to focus on containment and mop-up operations, which could be affected by the weather.
- In the midst of the Max Fire updates, news outlets are also reporting on the current weather situation in Fresno County, California, since the fire has resulted in poor air quality, leading to warnings for sensitive groups and potential impacts for local communities.
