Knob Fire Grows to 1,236 Acres Forcing Evacuations in Both Humboldt and Trinity Counties

Firefighters on the Knob Fire August 30. [Photo by Mark McKenna]

• Knob Fire Nearly Doubles in Size Since Yesterday, Still 0% Containment

Original post: According to the Northern California Geographic Coordination Center, the Knob Fire which began on Sunday has swallowed 1,236 acres mostly of brush and timber and is still 0% contained.

The fire burned moderately active today. Over 1000 structures are reported to be threatened. As of noon today, about 200 personnel were on scene fighting the fire which began on Sunday.

Multiple evacuation orders and warnings have been issued in both Humboldt and Trinity counties. The number of people who have been displaced is likely in the thousands. (See evacuation information below.) And, over one thousand more are without power roughly between Willow Creek in Humboldt County and Cedar Flat in Trinity County.

Reports from witnesses indicate at least one non residential structure burned yesterday but there has been no official report.

We’ve gathered the most important information about the Knob Fire and organized it below for our readers.

Compelling Images (All photos by Mark McKenna):

More Images by Others:

Smoke behind Dazey’s of Hwy 299 in the outskirts of Willow Creek Monday morning. [Photo from Paul Turner]

Water truck spraying along roadways. [Photo by Jeffery Lytle]

The Weather:  

According to the National Weather Service, the temperature tonight should have a low around 50 degrees and there will be a north northeast wind blowing around 5 mph becoming calm after midnight.

The Roads:

Hwy 299 is still open through Willow Creek but there are restrictions further east due to the Monument Fire. See here: Road Closure Area on 299 Changes

The following road closures are in effect related to the Knob Fire:

• China Creek Road at Hodgson Road;
• Burwood Drive at State Route 299;
• Gypo Lane at State Route 299.

Evacuation and Help Information:

• Humboldt County Evacuation Map 
• Trinity County Evacuation Orders here.
• The Evacuation Center is at the Seventh Day Adventist Church 1200 Central Ave, McKinleyville, CA.
• Large animal evacuation: Large animals: horses, cattle, are welcome at the Hoopa Rodeo Grounds. There are plenty of paneled pens, water and feed there. We have foster homes prepared for sheep and goats, but you should call ahead to arrange. We can haul for you if needed. Animals we can’t house include cats, dogs, fowl, however we’re happy to help find fosters, crates, feed, if needed. Call (707)492-2851.
• For Voting Information for Wildfire Evacuees, click here.
• All Klamath-Trinity schools will be closed for the rest of the week.

Earlier Chapters:

• Wildfire Burning South of Willow Creek on Friday Ridge
• Humboldt County Sheriff Reiterates Evacuation Orders and Issues New Evacuation Warnings for the Knob Fire Near Willow Creek
•  Knob Fire Blows Up to 250 Acres and Is 0% Contained; Some Willow Creek Residents Forced to Flee
• Knob Fire: Latest Information From the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Department
• Update Evacuation Orders and Warnings for Willow Creek Area on the Knob Fire
• Knob Fire Near Willow Creek Reaches 500 Acres Threatens 150 Residences
• Evacuation Orders and Warnings Expanded for the Knob Fire Near Willow Creek
• Knob Fire Near Willow Creek Now About a 1000 Acres (Accounts Vary) and 0% Contained
• Humboldt County Sheriff’s Department Issues Evacuation Orders East of 299 to the Trinity River
• Trinity County Sheriff’s Office Issues Evacuation Orders in the Salyer Area Because of the Knob Fire