Little Fire Grows to 2,532 Acres, New Evacuation Order Issued

According to the latest reports, the Little Fire continues to burn aggressively in the Lake Isabella area, now mapped at 2,532 acres with zero percent containment. Over 400 personnel are assigned to the incident, working with air and ground resources.

Storm cells that passed through Saturday afternoon brought periods of rain and moisture, helping to slow the fire’s spread. Despite the weather assistance, officials say crews remain in a brutal fight, and night-flying aircraft will continue operations through the evening.

As of 3:00 p.m., Saturday, the Tulare County Fire Department Type 3 Incident Management Team has taken command of the incident.

Road and Recreation Closures

• State Route 178: Partial closure remains in place.
• Old Kern Canyon Road: Open and serving as a detour for SR-178.
• Kern River: Closed to recreation from Borel Road down to the Delonagha Day Use Area.
• Rancheria Road (25S15): Closed beginning at Alta Sierra Ski Resort.

Evacuation Orders and Warnings

Authorities have upgraded evacuation levels in specific zones:

• Evacuation Order: Zone KRN-709-B. Residents must leave immediately due to imminent danger.
• Evacuation Warnings: Zones KRN-709-A, KRN-708, KRN-712, and KRN-713. Residents in these areas should be prepared to leave at a moment’s notice.

Officials continue urging residents to monitor official updates, follow evacuation instructions without delay, and avoid closed areas.

Residents can stay updated on evacuation zones, road closures, and fire activity by visiting the CAL FIRE Little Fire incident page at fire.ca.gov, where live maps and official updates are posted.

For localized alerts and to confirm your evacuation zone, check the Tulare County Emergencies website at tularecounty.ca.gov/emergencies or sign up for notifications through Genasys Protect. These sites provide the most current and reliable information as conditions change.