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Feliz Fire Burns 872 Acres, Evacuations Lifted, Highway Reopens

8/3/2026

Summary

Story summary

The Feliz Fire burned 872 acres and was 30% contained by evening, August 2, 2026.
Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office issued evacuation warnings on August 1, 2026 and lifted them on August 2, 2026.
Caltrans closed U.S. Highway 101 from Burke Hill Road to Highway 175 and reopened it at 9 p.m.
Cal Fire deployed three helicopters, reporting a firefighter injured and evacuated.
Shelters for residents, pets, and livestock opened at the education office, animal shelter, and Redwood Empire Fairgrounds.

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Story summary

The Feliz Fire burned 872 acres and was 30% contained by evening, August 2, 2026.
Mendocino County Sheriff’s Office issued evacuation warnings on August 1, 2026 and lifted them on August 2, 2026.
Caltrans closed U.S. Highway 101 from Burke Hill Road to Highway 175 and reopened it at 9 p.m.
Cal Fire deployed three helicopters, reporting a firefighter injured and evacuated.
Shelters for residents, pets, and livestock opened at the education office, animal shelter, and Redwood Empire Fairgrounds.