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Fire Update for August 13, 2026

August 13, 2026 · Source: National Park Service

Images of two map areas showing basic fire locations in the Aspen Valley area and along the Glacier Point Road Area. — Image supplied by the National Park Service. View the original image and credit

There are eight new wildfire starts in Yosemite National Park, all attributed to early morning lightning on August 12, 2026. No site closures or evacuations have been implemented at the time of this update.

Read the official NPS source

What Travelers Need to Know

Check the affected roads, trails or facilities and the dates in the official notice. Plan an alternate route or activity if your itinerary uses the affected area.

Dates and operating conditions can change after publication. Check the park’s official visitor information for your travel date.

Traveler guidance by State & Nation Staff Writer.

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