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Douglas County, NV – On August 11, 2026, East Fork Fire responded to the Eagle Fire, which was caused by lightning.
The fire is burning on National Wildland Fire Service land, and East Fork Fire and the National Wildland Fire Service are operating under Unified Command. The fire is currently burning along the ridgetop above Minnehaha Canyon and is at 0 percent containment. No structures have been lost.
A structure protection group is in place, and additional resources are expected today. The fire is located in a remote area that is difficult to access by ground, so firefighters are utilizing aircraft for direct attack. Two Single Engine Air Tankers (SEATs) and two scooper aircraft are currently working on the fire.
Road and Water Closures
There will be road closures today to allow fire personnel and equipment to safely access and work the fire:
- Minnehaha Canyon at Canyon Road
- Ricky Canyon off Upper Colony in Wellington
Topaz Lake will be closed at 10 a.m. today to allow aircraft to safely access the water for firefighting operations.
Please avoid these areas and allow extra travel time for fire personnel and equipment to access the fire.
There is also the possibility of localized thunderstorms today, with the potential for heavy lightning and flooding. Fire officials will continue to monitor weather conditions closely to ensure the safety of personnel working on the fire.
For your safety, please stay out of the fire area if possible and follow all posted closures and directions from fire personnel.
Additional updates will be provided as necessary.