What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of August 2, 2026, the Biscar Fire burned in Lassen County, California, and spread into Washoe County, Nevada.
The fire started in Lassen County on July 18, 2026, before rapidly expanding eastward across Highway 395 and crossing the California–Nevada state line.
The wildfire burned in northeastern California near the border with western Nevada, impacting communities on both sides of the state line (1).
Which cities or areas are affected by the Biscar Fire?
The cities and areas affected by the Biscar Fire included:
- Diaz Road
- Highway 395 corridor
- Lassen County, California
- Ravendale, California
- Washoe County, Nevada
What is the current containment status of the Biscar Fire?
As of August 2, 2026, the Biscar Fire had burned approximately 69,352 acres and reached 100% containment.
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
All evacuation orders for the Biscar Fire were lifted on July 28 after the fire was brought under control.
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How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
- Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of August 2, 2026, the Biscar Fire was 100% contained.
