Massive Elephant Fire doubles in size to become California’s second-largest blaze of the year
- Posted on July 14, 2026
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California's Elephant Fire has rapidly expanded to become the second-largest wildfire of the year, consuming over 12,300 acres in Sierra County's Tahoe National Forest. The fast-moving blaze, ignited near Loyalton on Saturday, has mobilized more than 500 firefighting personnel to combat its spread near the Nevada border. With containment efforts still in early stages, authorities continue monitoring the fire's trajectory as it threatens surrounding communities and natural resources in this volatile region.
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Massive Elephant Fire doubles in size to become California’s second-largest blaze of the year
A massive wildfire burning in California’s Sierra Nevada has quickly become one of the largest in California this year. The Elephant Fire in Sierra County has scorched more than 12,300 acres since it was reported on Saturday afternoon north of Loyalton in the Tahoe National Forest, according to CAL FIRE. As of Tuesday afternoon, more than 500 firefighters continued to battle the fast-moving blaze near the Nevada state line, with only 5% of it...
