The Pika Fire was a wildfire near North Dome in Yosemite National Park. It began at about 3:00 pm PT on June 28, 2023. The fire burned 841 acres (340 ha). Yosemite Fire crews used a strategy to allow the fire to move naturally across the landscape while also minimizing the risk to people and infrastructure.
History
The fire began near North Dome in Yosemite National Park at around 3:00 pm PT on June 28, 2023. As of July 17, 2023, the fire had burned 818 acres (331 ha) and was 0% contained. By July 28, 2023 the fire had grown to 841 acres (340 ha) and was 40% contained.
Cause
The cause of the fire is due to lightning.
Impact
No evacuations have so far been ordered, and no structures and communities are currently threatened.
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