Firefighters are working to contain a 40-acre fire burning off Highway 96 near the community of Klamath River in Siskiyou County. The U.S. Forest Service reported that dozer crews have constructed a line up the right flank and around the head of the fire, making good progress. Multiple agencies, including Cal Fire and the Klamath River Hose Company, are involved in the firefighting efforts.
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Highway Fire Burns Near Klamath River, Threatens Structures
A 40-acre fire is burning near the community of Klamath River in Siskiyou County, California, with firefighters making progress on containment.
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- Location: Highway 96 near Klamath River in Siskiyou County
- Date/time: Last confirmed burning 40 acres on June 22, 2026
U.S. Forest Service
Cal Fire
Klamath River Hose Company
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