The Pickett Fire near Calistoga in Napa County has burned at least 3,235 acres and is currently 7% contained, according to Cal Fire. The fire, which began on Thursday in a rocky area, has prompted multiple evacuation orders and warnings for residents, including a new evacuation order issued for the zone north of Summit Lakes Drive and portions of Ink Grade. The fire's rapid spread in hot, dry conditions has raised concerns as it approaches local wineries. Smoke from the Pickett Fire is affecting air quality in Napa, Solano, and Sonoma counties, leading to an air quality alert for North Bay residents. In a related development, the Cottonwood Peak Fire, which started on August 15, has expanded to nearly 132,000 acres with 18% containment.
The Cottonwood Peak Fire started August 15. The fire has grown to nearly 132,000 acres and is at 18% containment. https://t.co/tFr4kC8cuY
Growing Pickett Fire prompts new Napa County evacuation orders Saturday https://t.co/zYrAnHtOdR
Smoke from the Pickett Fire is expected to impact air quality in Napa, Solano and Sonoma counties. This map shows live ratings near you: https://t.co/8SeFbtg5Xd