Crews are battling a fast-moving wildfire burning near Geyserville in Sonoma County. The fire is being called the Kincade Fire. GEYSERVILLE, Calif. (KGO) -- More than 1,300 firefighters are battling the massive Kincade Fire in Sonoma County that exploded in size overnight. Firefighters say the blaze has grown 16,000 acres.
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Are there geysers in Geyserville CA?
Back in 1847, when Geyserville was still part of the huge Rancho Tzabaco Mexican land grant, a series of fumaroles, hot springs, and steam vents were discovered nearby. Eventually this collection of geological features came to be known as 'The Geysers.
Is there a fire in Sonoma County right now?
Alerts, Warnings, & Orders There are no wildfire emergency events in Sonoma County, however this page will populate with the latest information in the case of a critical incident.
What Valley is Geyserville in?
Alexander ValleyLocated in the beautiful Alexander Valley and settled in the mid-1800s, Geyserville owes its name and beginnings to the discovery of geothermal springs in the Mayacamas Mountains just east of town. The springs became a tourist attraction and the town provided food and lodgings for the tourists.
What fires are burning in Sonoma County?
The fires impacting Sonoma County include the Walbridge Fire, west of Healdsburg and the Meyers Fire, north of Jenner. For more information about the status of the fires, including the incident map, go to fire.ca.gov/incidents.
Is there a fire near Petaluma right now?
There is currently no threat of fire to the City of Petaluma from the tragic fires in Santa Rosa and the Sonoma Valley.
What is Geyserville known for?
Known for. Travelers come to Geyserville to visit the local wineries and experience the romantic countryside of the Alexander Valley. An ideal spot for a relaxing weekend getaway, Geyserville is quiet and quaint. The town's main street, Geyserville Avenue is worth a stroll.
How big is Geyserville California?
4.588 mi²Geyserville / Area
Is Lake Sonoma open to the public?
Lake Sonoma, which was closed under County of Sonoma order due to Covid-19 restrictions, has reopened, but sections of the park are still not accesible due to the residual effects of the Walbridge Fire, the drought and general maintenance issues. Boat access to the lake is via the Public Boat Ramp only.
Is there a fire near Bodega Bay?
There are currently no fires in the Bodega Bay Area. Thank you!
Is there a fire near Rohnert Park CA?
There are no fires in Rohnert Park at this time.
Is there a fire near Napa today?
There are currently no fires in Napa County. Smoke that is visible is from fires in Sonoma County. Actualmente no hay incendios en el condado de Napa. El humo visible proviene de incendios en el condado de Sonoma.
What fire gives off?
Fire is a chemical reaction that converts a fuel and oxygen into carbon dioxide and water. It is an exothermic reaction, in other words, one that produces heat.
Where is the old fire in Geyserville?
Firefighters early Tuesday were continuing their work seeking to contain to a wildfire burning in the wind-whipped hills east of Geyserville , where confirmed gusts reached at least 85 mph overnight. The blaze, called the Old fire, was first reported about 9:55 p.m. Monday off Big Geysers Road.
Where is the old fire burning?
Old fire burning east of Geyserville as gusts hit over 80 mph in North Bay mountains. Firefighters early Tuesday were continuing their work seeking to contain to a wildfire burning in the wind-whipped hills east of Geyserville, where confirmed gusts reached at least 85 mph overnight.
What was the cause of the Kincade fire?
Its cause, according to Cal Fire, was wind-damaged PG&E equipment that had not been de-engerized ahead of a forecast red flag warning.
When did the Kincade fire happen?
The Kincade fire leveled the Mayacamas vegetation near Geysers Road. On Monday, Nov. 4, 2019, a streak of red fire retardant lined the landscape. (Kent Porter / The Press Democrat)
How big was the old fire in the North Bay?
The fire’s reported acreage, 10 acres, did not change, but winds became steadily more fierce, with the National Weather Service reporting consistent gusts above 80 mph in the region and at least one measured at 94 mph, making for one of the strongest wind storms to hit the North Bay in years if not decades.
Foodie Moments of the Month
Volunteers and outside helpers shared a celebratory breakfast with me at the Geyserville Grille after successfully evacuating our servals and other creatures.
A Bit of Geyserville History from a Fire Map
History, both ancient and modern, fascinates me and the past of Geyserville is especially intriguing. One resource I’ve discovered is the photo archive at the University of California’s Calisphere, which stores about 350 historic images of Geyserville from various sources. They also include some brief videos and text materials.
