Gann Fire Update: 1 Fatality, 10,339 Acres, 45 Structures Destroyed, 78% Contained, 1,938 Personnel, Repopulation Continues

Angels Camp, CA…Today’s operational priorities include continued fire suppression repair efforts. Evacuation orders have been shrunk to include only the footprint of the fire. We ask the public that are driving in and around the fire area to use caution as fire and utilities personnel are still working in the area. Please view the Morning Operations Brief with IMT6 Operations Section Chief Nathan Gorham for more details.

Incident Facts

NameGann Fire
Start Date/Time2026-08-03
Incident StatusActive
LocationHogan Dam Road and Gann Road, Valley Springs
TypeWildfire
CauseEquipment
CountiesCalaveras
Administration UnitUnified Command: CAL FIRE Tuolumne-Calaveras Unit, Calaveras County Sheriff’s Office
Unified Command Agency(s)
Size10,339
Containment78%
Structures Threatened
Structures Destroyed45
Structures Damaged3
Civilian Injuries
Firefighter Injuries1
Civilian Fatalities1
Firefighter Fatalities

Evacuation Zones

Evacuation Information:

Evacuation Orders

 

Evacuation Orders have been issued for the following zones:

  • CCU-109-C
  • CCU-130-D
  • CCU-139-D
  • CCU-147-D

For current evacuation information or to sign up for alerts visit: Calaveras County Sheriff’s OfficeExternal Link

 

Additional Information & Resources

 

Federal Assistance
Governor Newsom secures federal assistance to support response to Gann Fire. Federal Assistance : Gann Fire l Calaveras CountyExternal Link

Operational Briefings
Gann Fire Incident Operational Briefing VideosExternal Link

Photos and Videos
2026 TCU Gann Incident | FlickrExternal Link

 

Animal Evacuation Shelters

 

Calaveras County FairgroundsExternal Link (Accepts large animals)
2465 Gun Club Road
Angels Camp, CA 95222

Evacuation Teams of Amador (Accepts large animals)
Laughton Ranch
90 Clinton Road Jackson
(209) 419-2000

For current evacuation information or to sign up for alerts visit: Calaveras County Sheriff’s OfficeExternal Link

For information on Calaveras County Ranch Pass visit: Calaveras County Ranch Pass InformationExternal Link

 

Road Closures

 

  • Riata Way at Pool Station Road

 

Repopulation Information

 

Resources are available for community members affected by the fire.

Resource Connection Food Bank Calaveras County Residents with photo ID and proof of residency that need assistance can visit the food bank during normal operations on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday from 9-4 p.m. (closed for lunch 12-1230), or call (209) 754-1257.

Red Cross can assist residents who have homes that were damaged or destroyed if it meets their criteria. Proof of residency, photo ID, and proof of damage can be submitted.

 

Assigned Resources

Numerous firefighting air tankers from throughout the State are flying fire suppression missions as conditions allow.

Engines161
Water Tenders40
Helicopters6
Dozers17
Hand Crews40
Other3
Total Personnel1938

Cooperating Agencies

One Response to "Gann Fire Update: 1 Fatality, 10,339 Acres, 45 Structures Destroyed, 78% Contained, 1,938 Personnel, Repopulation Continues"

  1. Anonymous   August 10, 2026 10:55 am - at 10:55 am

    Go afternoon Mr. Ridiculed, Boner Rob.

    Reply

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